gymnastics

The Olympics’ schizophrenic gender politics

Women's success stories are rightfully celebrated, but not without unending negative scrutiny

Jessica Luther, scATX Saturday, Aug 11, 2012 4:00 PM UTC 10
Life scATX, 2012 Summer Olympics

What does Raisman, her gold, and "Hava Nagila" say about ethnicity and the Olympics?

Willa Paskin Wednesday, Aug 8, 2012 3:38 AM UTC 19
Entertainment 2012 Summer Olympics

Does the media's fascination with Gabby Douglas' hair mean we've finally accepted the way black women look?

Syreeta, Feministing Sunday, Aug 5, 2012 2:00 PM UTC 24
Politics Feministing, Gabby Douglas

As America's newest sweetheart, don't expect any pictures of Gabby Douglas as a strong, black woman anytime soon

Michael Shaw, BagNewsNotes Saturday, Aug 4, 2012 12:00 PM UTC
Life BagNewsNotes, ESPN, Gabby Douglas

After a torrent of tears from others throughout the competition, Gabby Douglas beams her way to glory

Willa Paskin Friday, Aug 3, 2012 1:21 PM UTC
Entertainment Olympics, 2012 Olympics

U.S. gymnast Gabrielle Douglas won gold in the all-around competition. Here's a look back at her road to the podium

Salon Staff Thursday, Aug 2, 2012 8:52 PM UTC
Life Summer Olympics 2012

Americans literally fall right out of gymnastics contention; China rules; GB surprises

Nancy Armour, Associated Press Monday, Jul 30, 2012 7:00 PM UTC
Entertainment Summer Olympics 2012