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Beyond heteropessimism

A useful academic term about heterosexuality has entered the zeitgeist. Many are using it as an excuse to reject women's complaints.

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Amanda Montei
Sep 25, 2025
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Before I get into this week’s essay, I want to let you all know I’m putting annual paid subscriptions on sale through the end of the year because I know this is a precarious and uncertain time for us all. Independent writing and thought— especially of the even mildly feminist or anti-authoritarian variety— are under profound and unprecedented attack. If…

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