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Brittney McNamara

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Brittney McNamara is an award-winning journalist who has been reporting on health issues, including mental health, reproductive rights, sexual assault and LGBTQ+ identity since 2014. In her current role as the features director at Teen Vogue, McNamara investigated the #MeToo movement on college campuses; reported on abortion access under the Trump administration; explored how incarceration impacts the mental health of young people; and published a series on various health issues, including bullying and vaccination. Prior to Teen Vogue, McNamara was a newspaper reporter in Massachusetts.

Sexual Health + Identity

This Video Falsely Claims You Can Literally Pray the Gay Away

You can't, and you shouldn't be asked to.
Politics

A 20-Year-Old College Student Is Being Detained by Border Patrol

People on social media are rallying behind Luis Mora.
Sexual Health + Identity

Some UK Women in Police Custody Are Reportedly Denied Pads and Tampons

Some are left without underwear or menstrual products, bleeding in paper suits.
Sexual Health + Identity

Rapper Cupcakke Just Made Sure an LGBTQ Teen Didn't Become Homeless

She offered to put the person in a hotel, food included.
Sexual Health + Identity

The #MeTooK12 Hashtag Is a Reminder That Sexual Harassment Has No Age Limit

People on social media are already spreading the message.
Sexual Health + Identity

Camila Mendes and Lili Reinhart Are Debunking These Sex Misconceptions

And it's for an important reason.
Politics

A High School Soccer Coach Was Charged With Human Trafficking

He was arrested after a 17-year-old girl told police she was being trafficked.
Sexual Health + Identity

Tiffany Haddish Uses Comedy to Deal With Sexual Harassment

She said she makes it a joke.
Politics

A Record Breaking Number of Women Are Running for Congress

Look for them in 2018.
Mental Health

Logan Paul Posted a Triggering Video of Someone Who Apparently Died by Suicide

This is not how to spread suicide prevention awareness.
Politics

An Artist Put 400 Bullet-Riddled Reindeer Skulls Outside Norway's Parliament

It's important.
Politics

A 17-Year-Old YouTuber Was Shot to Death After Reportedly Insulting a Cartel Boss

Juan Luis Lagunas Rosales was shot 15 to 18 times.
Politics

Beaver "Gentrification" Is Real, and It Could Contribute to Climate Change

Beavers, they're just like us.
Politics

These Dreamers Were Arrested so They Went on a Hunger Strike to Get a Clean Dream Act Passed

"If you're reading this, I'm still in police custody."
Sexual Health + Identity

What It's Like to Get Your Period When You're Experiencing Homelessness

Getting your period can lead to stress, embarrassment, missing meals, and missing opportunities.
Politics

The U.S. Government Confirmed That it Had a Secret Program to Investigate UFOs

Get your tin hats on.
Politics

At Least 3 Dead, About 100 injured After Amtrak Derailment in Washington

Right after the deadly incident, Trump took the opportunity to promote his infrastructure plan.
Politics

Sarah Palin's Son Was Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges Again

Track Palin faces a number of charges.
Sexual Health + Identity

Two Women Have Accused Terry Richardson of Sexual Assault

He denies both allegations.
Mental Health

This Nutritionist Sent a Powerful Message About Diet Culture By Fixing a Magazine Cover

"That’s the lie of diet culture."
Relationships

This Is When Zendaya Thinks You Should Introduce Your Partner to Your Parents

She dished out some relationship advice.
Sexual Health + Identity

Bermuda Banned Same Sex Marriage 6 Months After a Judge Allowed It

That was fast.
Mental Health

This Test Might Tell What Treatment Will Actually Work for Your Anxiety

This would potentially save time and money.
Politics

The FCC Voted to Repeal Net Neutrality

But that decision may be challenged in court.