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El Estoque's Features and Opinion section explore gender dynamics and women's impact
By Jonah Chang, Radhika Dharmapurikar, Suryansh Gupta, Jillian Ju, Leo Lee and Alexandra Qiu
BEYOND BOUNDARIES
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Beautiful
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Elective cosmetic surgery reveals the complexity of modern beauty standards
Perspectives differ on the role of social pressures and personal choice surrounding cosmetic surgery
By Radhika Dharmapurikar and Jillian Ju
Photo Illustration | Radhika Dharmapurikar
Relatable
Exaggerated video game character designs reinforce harmful beauty standards
Hypermasculine and oversexualized characters create unrealistic expectations and contribute to gender stereotypes
By Jonah Chang
Photo courtesy of Nintendo
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Mindful
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By Alexandra Qiu
Casual use of gendered slang reinforces harmful stereotypes while undermining empathy
We need to start rethinking gendered language
Graphic | Alexandra Qiu
Inspiring
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By Suryansh Gupta and Leo Lee
In honor of Women’s History Month, teachers share stories of women who have impacted them
Women who have inspired MVHS staff
Photo courtesy of Belinda Olson
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