Katie J.M. Baker
Reporter
Katie J.M. Baker is a reporter for Newsweek who has also worked and written for publications including the San Francisco Chronicle, the New York Times, Dissent, and Jezebel. She lives in Brooklyn.
Barbara Bowman Speaks About Bill Cosby Sexual Abuse Allegations
Barbara Bowman, a 46-year-old artist, says Cosby took her under his wing in the late '80s, when she was a teenager -- and repeatedly abused her
Taking On Bill Cosby
After multiple women accused the beloved star of drugging and sexually assaulting them, Tamara Green came out with her shocking story--and was ignored.
When You Care Enough to Copy
A college is accused of plagiarizing another's sexual assault policies – and a rape victim suffers
Does It Matter If Colleges Plagiarize Their Sexual Assault Policies?
Referring to missing appendixes and offices that don't exist, it doesn't seem like a university's policy took much thought
As Sex Toy Sales Surge, Investors Remain Frigid
The industry is exploding but steamy start-ups are having a hard time finding backers
New California Bill Would Change Rules for Reporting Rapes on College Campuses
The new legislation includes a caveat supported by rape survivors: sexual assault must be reported to the police unless the victim expressly requests otherwise.
New Ad Puts Spotlight on India's Would-Be Rapists
It's been one year since the horrific gang rape that shocked the world. Has anything changed?
Ethiopia's War on Homosexuals
In many countries, it's getting better for the LGBT community. In Ethiopia, it's getting worse.
Wesleyan Slinks Away from Its Activist Roots
The school's U-turn is seen as an attempt to attract rich applicants and even richer donors.
Diversity U. Makes a U-Turn
Wesleyan seems to be slinking away from its weird and activist roots to attract rich students and even richer donors
Michigan Likely to Pass Abortion Bill Democrats Dub 'Rape Insurance'
Anti-abortion campaigners use a rare, veto-proof tactic to turn the clock back on women's health care.
Walmart Removes Fake Banksy 'Destroy Capitalism' Print
"Complaints from customers" cited as reason for pulling revolutionary artwork.
Plus-Sized Women Want Yoga Chic, Too
Lululemon's fat-hating founder provides a big opportunity for his competitors.
Why Is No One Talking About the Second Steubenville Rape Case?
Yesterday's charges are connected to the rape of a 14-year-old girl, too.
Plus-Sized Women Want Yoga Chic, Too
Lululemon's fat-hating founder provides a big opportunity for his competitors
The Supremes Take On Religion and Health Care
The latest battle over contraceptives isn't just about women -- the high court could allow employers to deny coverage on a wide range of medical issues.
Reading Can Be a Lot of Work
The Labor Department is compiling a list of books that shaped labor in America, from 'The Federalist Papers' to 'The Feminine Mystique.'
How Women Make Ethiopia Healthy
The country's Health Extension Program gives Ethiopian women access to basic care, while its workers -- all women, too -- have a rare opportunity to advance their careers.
Beyond Faith Helps Young Atheists Lose God
An ex-Christian support group, Beyond Faith assists 20-somethings with "coming out" of their religious backgrounds.
Wikipedia Wobbles But Doesn't Fall (Citation Needed)
Can the crowdsourced know-it-all get smart about standards and its lack of diversity?
This Halloween, Racism Went Viral
Why were Americans paying more attention to blackface this year than, say, "too-sexy" costumes for kids?
Wikipedia's Wobbling (Citation Needed)
Can the crowdsourced know-it-all get smart about standards and its lack of diversity?
Interns Go Out of Vogue at Conde Nast
The campaign to have interns paid properly may have claimed an unlikely victory, depending on how you look at it.
Hexing & Texting
Millennial hipsters are finding solace (and some cool outfits) in that old black magic
Steubenville Rape Case Update: Daughter of School's IT Director Indicted
Hannah M. Rhinaman has been charged with receiving stolen property and grand theft.
College Warns of Drunk, Sexually Aggressive Alumni
Amherst College students were advised to watch out for drunken alumni eager to take advantage of the "'easy' hook-up scene."
