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The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Reproductive rights take center stage at Women’s March

Reproductive rights take center stage at Women's March
Activists take to the street in protest of Texas abortion law.
Caleb Jonker, News Editor • October 4, 2021

On Oct. 2, thousands flooded the streets of Los Angeles in defense of reproductive rights during the Women’s March. Across the nation, roughly 600 demonstrations took place to protest the Texas abortion law allowed by the Supreme Court.  LOS ANGELES PROTEST As activists and protesters took to the...

Women’s March 2020 excluded Black Lives Matter LA for the first time

Women’s March 2020 excluded Black Lives Matter LA for the first time
This year’s Women’s March drew a smaller crowd due in part to questions about inclusivity.
Thecla Li, Managing Editor • January 20, 2020

The fourth annual Women's March descended between Pershing Square and downtown Los Angeles’ City Hall on Saturday. Lines from iconic female empowerment anthems like “Independent Women” by Destiny’s Child and “All About That Bass” by Meghan Trainor laced the ears of a much smaller but...

That Time I…joined the women’s march

"Jesus believes in women" sign
Marching in solidarity with other women brought to mind thoughts about the church and feminism.
Jessica Goddard, Features Editor • January 23, 2018

I think I have always been a feminist—not the man-hating, bra-burning type, but the equality for all type. Even from my earliest years, I pushed back against those who called me subordinate to men in the eyes of God. I was ambitious, feisty and determined to do something great in my life, despite the...