Dear John,

You’re part of the Ms. community at a moment that matters. The fight for women’s rights, freedom, and equality is facing brutal opposition, from the highest government offices to the darkest corners of the internet. But you already know that.

What you may not know is how many men are being pulled into the backlash. And how many more are quietly looking for a way out.

That’s why we’ve created a special section in the Summer 2025 issue of Ms., called “On Men.”
 It’s not designed to flatter. It’s not here to scold.  It’s here to invite—to challenge, to reflect, and, we hope, to change minds. 

These special pieces explore the dangerous rise of “bro-culture” media that helped reelect Donald Trump, the lies men are told about masculinity, the silence around male mental health and suicide, and the violence—emotional, physical, political—that far too many women still endure.

But it’s not just about what’s broken. You’ll also meet men who are doing the good work: Clinicians and scholars challenging toxic masculinity with a feminist lens. Former bystanders who now stand up in locker rooms, classrooms, and courtrooms. Organizers and therapists offering new models of manhood built not on dominance—but on care, connection, and courage.

Because while some men spread deepfake porn, run podcasts that mock consent, or treat anti-feminism like a badge of honor… Others are speaking up, stepping in, breaking from the ranks.
They are turning toward this movement, not away from it.

We believe these stories need to be shared. We believe you can help us do that.

You can get a copy of the Summer issue for just $5—a 45 percent discount off the newsstand price—and have it sent directly to a man in your life: a friend, son, partner, colleague, someone who you think might be open to reading, listening, and even changing. Or you can order the single issue and keep it for yourself!

(Or, click here to get a full year of Ms., including our special report on men, for just $20!)

Then forward this to a man in your life.

Because if we want a world where women and girls are safe, free, and equal…We’ll need more men in the fight. We’ll need more men who are willing to unlearn what they’ve been taught—and become part of something better.

For equality,

Kathy Spillar
Executive Editor 

P.S. — We’ve made it easy to order the Special Report on Men issue of Ms., without committing to an entire year of receiving the magazine! No guilt. No lectures. Just real talk—offered in good faith. Because some men are ready. And some are still waiting to be asked. 

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