Articles written by Brandi Rhoades

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The Basic Accounting Equation
The basic accounting equation is assets equals liabilities plus stockholders' equity. This equation is the backdrop of all financial transactions.
Jan 31, 2011 - Brandi Rhoades
The Basics of Beginner Journaling
Learning to journal is an excellent way to get in touch with your inner needs and feelings.
Dec 9, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Primary Reasons for Homelessness
Homeless advocacy groups argue that a lack of affordable housing, mental illness, and poverty are the main reasons for homelessness.
Oct 2, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Web Writing Jargon
Web writing requires an understanding of basic terms, including keywords, search engine optimization, and social networking.
Oct 2, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Three Reasons to Oppose the Death Penalty
The application of the death penalty in the United States allows for the possibility of innocent people being murdered, often because of race and class bias.
Oct 2, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Gardasil Controversy Flares Over Immigrant Women
Gardasil, the controversial vaccine that helps prevent some cases of cervical cancer, now is required for women entering the United States.
Oct 2, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
A Few Places to Visit in Kentucky
Kentucky is home to the annual Derby, as well as other attractions for tourists.
Oct 2, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
A Stay-at-Home Mom's Resume
A good workforce re-entry resume can help stay-at-home moms who want to return to their careers. Just know what pitfalls to avoid.
Oct 2, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Basic Principles of Attachment Parenting
Attachment parenting advocates have several practices, including co-sleeping and baby-wearing, that others may consider eccentric.
Oct 2, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
The Story of Mary King and Casey Hayden
Casey Hayden and Mary King wrote Sex and Caste and inadvertently launched the modern feminist movement.
Oct 2, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Ways To Celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and most communities have activities to honor survivors and help raise money. Contributing creates a closer community.
Oct 2, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
The Life and Times of Andrea Dworkin
Radical feminist and lesbian Andrea Dworkin put forth a number of shocking theses about male-female relationships and fought against pornography.
Oct 2, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Lessons from Dr. Seuss
Using Dr. Seuss, parents can teach their children lessons about courage, love, and giving.
Sep 30, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Anne Moody's Use in the Classroom
Anne Moody, the author of Coming of Age in Mississippi, gives readers a detailed account of life in the civil rights movement.
Sep 30, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
A Look at Children's Author Cynthia Rylant
Author Cynthia Rylant wrote Henry and Mudge and Mr. Putter and Tabby, both excellent series for preschool-aged children.
Sep 30, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Feminists Desire for Affordable Healthcare
Women's healthcare initiatives include the right to affordable birth control methods and the equal access to preventive health screenings.
Sep 30, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Working to End Domestic Violence
Stopping domestic violence is no easy task, given that you are fighting low self-esteem, low funds, and substance abuse.
Sep 30, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Male and Female Circumcision Basics
Many people mistakenly believe that circumcision is the same whether done on a male or female. Find out the differences.
Sep 30, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
A Few Ideas to Jumpstart Today's Feminist
Feminist activism today isn't as vibrant as it once was, but these ideas can get you started organizing around key issues.
Sep 30, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Reconsidering the Equal Rights Amendment
The Equal Rights Amendment was an attempt from feminists to legal avenues for pursuing gender inequality.
Sep 30, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Discovering Lillian Smith
Lillian Smith is one of the forgotten heroes in the history of Southern literature, but her works challenged racist ideology in the early twentieth century.
Sep 30, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Understanding Female Genital Mutilation
Female genital mutilation has gone on in Africa for thousands of years and is carried out annually in 28 countries.
Sep 30, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Assessing Sarah Palin
The world met Governor Sarah Palin when John McCain chose her to run for Vice President. Despite early leads, Palin does not impress when she answers political questions.
Sep 30, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
How to Make a Personal Budget
Personal budgets typically remain pretty tight regardless of the economy. Learning to budget can help your family in hard times.
Sep 29, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
How to Transition to Buying Organic
Organic food and other organic products are becoming increasingly popular but remain pricy. Learn to switch to organics without feeling the financial strain as much.
Sep 29, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
What is a Gender Studies Program?
Gender Studies, or Women's Studies, is a 30-year-old academic field designed to teach students to view their academic work through gender.
Sep 29, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Action to Combat the Wage Gap
One of the primary battles remaining for equal rights is ending the wage gap. Feminist activists can work through advocacy to make changes to the pay system.
Sep 29, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
The Struggle for Equal Pay
The idea of equal pay rights came into existence in the 1960s, but women still struggle to get quality enforcement of equal pay legislation.
Sep 26, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Tips for A College Application
The college application process is grueling with essays, questions, and personal statements. Keys to the college application process are organization and strong answers.
Sep 5, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
How to Travel on a Budget
Instead of foregoing your family vacation because of economic troubles, try to work within a reasonable budget to make your trip enjoyable and affordable.
Aug 30, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades
Starting an Investment Club
Starting an investment club sounds intriguing. The prospect requires some hard work, however. You must decide how to handle members, delinquencies, and other big issues.
Jan 11, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades