Julie Zeilinger

Bio

Julie Zeilinger is a staff writer at Mic as well as the founder and editor of The FBomb (thefbomb.org), a feminist blog partnered with the Women’s Media Center. She is also the author of "A Little F’d Up: Why Feminism Is Not A Dirty Word" and "College 101: A Girl’s Guide to Freshman Year."
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6 Facts About the Sexual Assault Movement You Need to Know
By Julie Zeilinger
Sexual assault is an epidemic. One in five women has been raped in their lifetime in the United States, according to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, and 25% of college-aged women report having experienced "unwanted sexual…
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Says a Woman Will Be Featured on Country's Currency
By Julie Zeilinger
After photos of Justin Trudeau cuddling pandas circulated on Monday, it seemed the Canadian prime minister had easily and definitively solidified his status as dreamiest world leader. But the feminist favorite wasn't content to stop there,…
A New Study Reveals the Truth About Online Harassment
By Julie Zeilinger
For far too many women, daring to be opinionated online — or active at all — means the possibility of facing harassment, including horrifying threats of violence. Women anecdotally know this to be true, but a new study confirms their…
Samantha Bee Just Destroyed the GOP's Toxic Masculinity With This Perfect Skit
By Julie Zeilinger
In the few weeks since launching onto the late night talk show scene, Full Frontal host Samantha Bee has led the way in eviscerating the Republican Party's many blunders. Monday night's episode was no exception, as Bee tore into Donald Trump and…
This Google Doodle Is Celebrating International Women’s Day in the Best Way
By Julie Zeilinger
If the 2016 Google Doodle in honor of International Women's Day is any indication, the search giant is succeeding in its goal to make its doodles include more women and people of color. The interactive doodle features diverse women from all over the…
The Turkish Police Fired Rubber Bullets at Women Celebrating International Women's Day
By Julie Zeilinger
International Women's Day should be a time to commemorate women's past achievements and support those yet to come. The Turkish police not only failed to get the memo, but took the entirely opposite approach. On Sunday, officers in Istanbul fired…
Supreme Court Rules Alabama Must Recognize Lesbian Mother’s Adoption Rights
By Julie Zeilinger
Despite the major Supreme Court victory in June for same-sex marriage, many LGBT individuals are still unable to take the next step in their families or in their own lives: Adoption rights remain precarious or even non-existent for LGBT individuals…
Hillary Clinton Admits Supporting the 1994 Crime Bill Was a 'Mistake'
By Julie Zeilinger
After six debates, it seems doubtful that any presidential candidate could truly offer any game-changing revelations. But during Sunday night's Democratic debate, Hillary Clinton addressed a major point of controversy in her campaign head-on: She…
Rowan Blanchard Opens Up About Coming Out as Queer and the Backlash She Faced
By Julie Zeilinger
From exploring her relationship with white feminism to opening up about her struggle with depression, Girl Meets World actress Rowan Blanchard has never been afraid to share her experiences with her fans. Her decision to open up about her queer…
Kentucky Lawmaker Joseph Fischer Is Trying to Stop Marriage Equality
By Julie Zeilinger
If you've heard representatives of the GOP persistently rail against LGBTQ rights, you would hardly think that public opinion in the United States bolsters marriage equality. Yet same-sex marriage is not only supported by the majority of Americans,…
Residents of Former Slave States Still More Likely to Be Racist and Vote Republican
By Julie Zeilinger
On Super Tuesday, Republican Southerners proved they overwhelmingly support Donald Trump, a candidate many have noted has repeatedly demonstrated he is racist. But support despite (or perhaps because of) these attitudes are hardly the first sign…
The Best Moments in the SCOTUS Abortion Case Where the Female Justices Ran the Court
By Julie Zeilinger
The Supreme Court heard Wednesday the most important, highest-stakes abortion case in a generation. In light of the rapid increase in state-level attacks on abortion access, the case seeks to determine exactly how difficult obtaining an…
Caitlyn Jenner Finally Receives New Nameplate at Sherwood Country Club
By Julie Zeilinger
Almost a year after Caitlyn Jenner publicly revealed her transgender identity, Jenner has done much to expand America's understanding of her and her experience. On Wednesday, Jenner shared the most recent example of such acceptance on Instagram: The…
South Dakota Gov. Dennis Daugaard Vetoed a Transphobic Bathroom Bill
By Julie Zeilinger
The ability to use the public bathroom that corresponds with one's gender identity seems like a pretty basic right. On Tuesday, South Dakota Gov. Dennis Daugaard affirmed this when he vetoed a bill that would legally prohibit transgender students…
Hillary Clinton's Super Tuesday Wins Are the Perfect Start to Women's History Month
By Julie Zeilinger
When Hillary Clinton first launched her presidential campaign, the female vote was hers to lose. Countless think pieces, pundits' speculation and Twitter storms later, however, this certainty has undeniably waned.  On Super Tuesday, the first day of…
These Politicians Want to Ban Women's Nipples, Fear Allowing Toplessness Will 'Escalate'
By Julie Zeilinger
For years, the Free the Nipple movement has been fighting sexist public nudity laws that effectively prohibit women from bearing their chests in public. Yet, this seemingly simple goal has been met with plenty of resistance, most recently from male,…
Meet the Woman Behind the Supreme Court Case That Could Change the Game for Abortion
By Julie Zeilinger
Amy Hagstrom Miller began working in the reproductive health field at 21 years old. Fourteen years later, she founded Whole Woman's Health, a group of reproductive health care clinics, many of which are in Texas, that serve over 30,000 women every…
Erin Andrews Says ESPN Forced Her to Discuss Her Stalker and 2009 Hotel Video on Air
By Julie Zeilinger
In September 2008, Michael David Barrett stalked sports journalist Erin Andrews, filmed a 4.5-minute nude video of her undressing in a Nashville Marriott hotel without her consent, and in 2009, released the video online. On Monday, Andrews testified…
This New Study Reveals the Surprising Truth About Abortion in the United States
By Julie Zeilinger
Abortion has been a legal right in the United States for over four decades. Yet it is a procedure that is still mired in myths and stigma, according to a new Vox and Perry/Undem poll of over 1,000 registered American voters. This finding is perhaps…
Ivan Coyote Just Perfectly Broke Down Why We Need Gender-Neutral Bathrooms
By Julie Zeilinger
"There are a few things that all of us need," transgender writer and performer Ivan Coyote begins their TED Talk. "We all need air to breathe. We need clean water to drink. We need food to eat ... and we all need a safe place to pee." "As a trans…