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Letter from an Editor | September 16, 2023
Dear John,
You’re receiving this letter at a pivotal moment for all of us at Ms .—our extraordinary new anthology 50 YEARS OF Ms.: THE BEST OF THE PATHFINDING MAGAZINE THAT IGNITED A REVOLUTION comes out this coming Tuesday!
As much a reflection of the past 50 years as it is a roadmap for the path forward, the book features five decades of the magazine’s most audacious, most norm-breaking coverage on women, men, politics (sexual and otherwise), marriage, family, education, work, motherhood, reproductive rights, LGBTQ lives, racial justice and so much more.
I had the privilege of working with a team of talented Ms. contributors and editors to compile the pieces that appear in the book—we worked together to choose the pieces we thought best captured the battles we’ve fought along the way, and the victories and setbacks we’re inspired by as we look forward to the next 50 years.
As founding editor Gloria Steinem writes in the foreword to 50 YEARS OF Ms., the response to the first issue of the magazine was “shocking.” Bags of mail from readers around the country began to arrive in the Ms . offices—more than they had room for. “The letters were irresistible to read, personal notes or small novels, as if Ms. were a friend who had entered readers’ homes,” Steinem writes. “One common theme was ‘At last, I know I’m not alone.’ A movement is a contagion of truth telling: at last, we know we are not alone.”
Fifty years later, that legacy still shines bright. Ms. remains a trusted feminist source for news, analysis and commentary, and a unique catalyst for forging community, elevating ideas and inspiring action.
To celebrate the release of 50 YEARS OF Ms., we’re bringing the feminist revolution to a bookstore or venue near you. Join us this fall—click here [[link removed]] or look below to see where we’re going. Don’t see an event near you? Don’t worry—we’ll also be hosting virtual events later this fall. Be sure to check MsMagazine.com to stay up to date on all the latest events. We hope to see you there!
And if you just can’t wait to get your hands on your copy (which it’s not too late to pre-order [[link removed]] , if you haven’t yet!), and want more of all things Ms ., be sure to tune in to the CBS Sunday Morning show tomorrow, Sept. 17 —we’ll be on air discussing 50 YEARS OF Ms., the future of feminism and more. (Click here [[link removed]] to find a way to watch!)
Living in the midst of a backsliding democracy, with women’s rights under attack, feminist reporting that shows us that we’re not alone—that we’re in this fight together—is more important than ever. Together we will explore what the future of feminism and its journalism demands: vision that is bold, imaginative and collaborative.
Onward,
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Kathy Spillar
Executive Editor
This Week's Must-Reads from Ms.
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Ms. on Tour! The Feminist Fight Forward: Lessons from ’50 YEARS OF Ms.’ [[link removed]] Early Reviews Are In (!) for ‘50 Years of Ms.: The Best of the Pathfinding Magazine That Ignited a Revolution’ [[link removed]]
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What They’re Saying: Ms.’ New Book, ’50 Years of Ms.’ [[link removed]] Fall 2023 Issue Sneak Peek: Learning From Our Past, Fighting for Our Future [[link removed]]
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Fifty years ago, hip-hop emerged from a party in the rec room of a Bronx building—and a new sound was born: one with roots in African music, but with its own vibe and messaging. Since its first iterations, women have played significant roles in the creation and evolution of hip-hop: as rappers, DJs, producers, breakdancers, graffiti artists, scholars, journalists and more. Michele Goodwin , Drew Dixon and Janell Hobson break down the past, present and future of hip-hop, and the crucial role of women.
We hope you'll listen, subscribe, rate and review today!
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U.S. democracy is at a dangerous inflection point—from the demise of abortion rights, to a lack of pay equity and parental leave, to skyrocketing maternal mortality, and attacks on trans health. Left unchecked, these crises will lead to wider gaps in political participation and representation. For 50 years, Ms . has been forging feminist journalism—reporting, rebelling and truth-telling from the front-lines, championing the Equal Rights Amendment, and centering the stories of those most impacted. With all that’s at stake for equality, we are redoubling our commitment for the next 50 years. In turn, we need your help, Support Ms. today with a donation—any amount that is meaningful to you [[link removed]] . We are grateful for your loyalty and ferocity .
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