We’re about to see a lot more of one another. We should be ready to disagree when we do, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
Candice Helfand-Rogers
Candice Helfand-Rogers has worked as a journalist for some of the largest news organizations in the country over the course of her career, including CBS Local News and The Star-Ledger. She earned her B.A. in Journalism & Media Studies at Rutgers University. In her spare time, she enjoys singing with several ensembles in New York City and spending time with her son. Please contact [email protected] with questions or pitches.
Posts by Candice Helfand-Rogers
For Your 2024 Holiday Shopping Lists: 15 ‘Lifesavers’ Big and Small
This year, The Story Exchange’s Holiday Gift Guide features women-made, women-sold gifts that’ll make your loved ones’ lives easier – each for less than $150.
For Women the World Over, Home is Where the Danger Is
A new report from UN Women reveals that the majority of women murder victims lose their lives to the men they (supposedly) know best.
We Asked 5 Women Candidates: Why Should More Women Run for Office?
If you’re disappointed in the results of Election 2024, then consider these insights on a pathway forward, from women who ran in down-ballot races this year.
3 Historic Bright Spots Amid the Darkness of Election 2024
There were several flashes of light that glittered through the murky returns of an especially gutting Election Day, in the form of landmark wins by progressive women candidates.
Vote – And Remember That Your Choice Has Consequences
Election Day 2024 is upon us. Candice Helfand-Rogers writes about why getting to the polls is, quite literally, a matter of life and death.
5 Stress Management Tips from Our World-Weary Team
Feeling frazzled at present? Us, too. We’ve gathered our best in-house stress-reduction tips to keep you (and ourselves) as calm and centered as humanly possible.
9 ‘Pebbles’ for Bringing a Needed Smile to Your Face
Our anxiety is, collectively speaking, through the dang roof. We’ve collected some small moments of levity to brighten your mood – if only for a moment.
Fellow White Women – Please Do the Right Thing
In 2016 and 2020, broad swaths of white women cast their ballots for former President Donald Trump. We cannot make the same mistake again, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
For Her, Elections Aren’t About Winning – They’re About Building
Georgia’s Rep. Ruwa Romman, vying for re-election, points to “Swifties for Kamala” as an aspirational example: “Never discount community, and its ability to create change.”
They Didn’t Run to Be a ‘First’ – But It Helped Them Fight Anti-LGBTQ Legislation
When Arizona’s “Pronoun Bill” was introduced to limit students’ rights to self-identify, Rep. Lorena Austin embraced their own nonbinary identity to fight back.
As It Turns Out, People Still Get Periods After Hurricanes
GOP Sen. John Kennedy says Hurricane Helene victims “don’t give a function about tampons.” We should remember this on Election Day, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
Million Mammogram Challenge Launched to ‘Save Lives and Change Narratives’
Media company founder and breast cancer survivor Mindie Kaplan is spearheading a bold campaign to get her sisters checked out – by the millions, she hopes.
10 Soothing Songs to Calm Your Nerves
When the worries of the world become too much to bear, these songs by Taylor Swift, Dolly Parton and more can provide a peaceful respite.
Tennis Legend Billie Jean King Receives Congressional Gold Medal
King is the first woman athlete to ever be given the distinction, which is among the highest honors an American civilian can receive.