Raging belles

Article Abstract:

This article focuses on the growth of sports for women, particularly boxing, in Australia and on how those represents a rebellion against the stereotype of feminine passivity. Relevant points include the experiences of writer and boxer Mischa Merz as described in her book, "Bruising: Women, Violence, and the Sweet Science" and the resistance of both sexists and many feminists to the participation of women in boxing and other contact sports.

Social aspects, College sports, Women's sports, Boxing

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When the joke backfires

Article Abstract:

The Australian media is using images to attack the nonconformist views of a few such as the One Nation party of Pauline Hanson. Hanson's dress sense has been attacked, but the feelings of such people are real and should be taken seriously.

Behavior, Political aspects, Politicians, Portrayals, Hanson, Pauline

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Send in the clowns

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning Australia's unique brand of patriotism and irreverence towards the coming Sydney Olympics are discussed.

Column, Public opinion, Olympics

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