April 14, 2022 by Nina Burleigh · Activism

What the Plot Against Michigan Governor Whitmer Says About Misogyny in America

Women political leaders received far more threats than male counterparts, and as the Michigan case shows, the haters are getting away with it.

Last week, a jury in Michigan acquitted two men accused of plotting to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and the judge called a mistrial for two others about whom the jury could not come to a decision. The four were among 13 men, associated with an extremely well-armed militia called the Wolverine Watchmen, charged in state and federal courts with various crimes related to the plot. Two already pled guilty, and another six await trial in state courts.

Most Americans who pay even a minimal amount of attention to the news are probably at least dimly aware of this simultaneously ridiculous and sinister case. The men were arrested in the last, tense weeks before the 2020 election, as fears of political violence were about to be realized.

Whoops! Want to read more?

Become a member to get these perks:

- - - - Read all our bold, bodacious articles by top writers.
        
        Get discounts on trips and events, including Paris, Italy, Scotland, New York City.
        
        Join our members-only "Tribe" community to connect with like-minded women.

Join now—as low as $39 a year!

Daughters (Many of Them) Reflect on Famous Fathers

The #MeToo movement seems to have spurred many daughters of well-known men to re-examine that key relationship in books, films, and plays.

She’s already a tireless philanthropist, activist, and author. What more can Maria Shriver possibly accomplish at 67? She tells us here.

Sick of seeing tiny teenage models in swimsuit ads? Us too. Here, 11 styles worn by REAL women—NextTribers at our recent beach retreat.

A group of NextTribers gathered to discuss a book about female pleasure and orgasms. Here are some of the ways we were shocked and liberated.

« Having Good Girlfriends at Midlife Is Good Medicine—Literally

The Secret of Dr. Ho: A Chinese Medicine “Cure” for Anything »

Love our content?

We are the Voice of Smart, Bold Women 45 and over! Our mantra is Age Boldly! No where else will you find authentic, original content like this. So give a little or give a lot. We want to continue publishing stories about love later in life, adult children never leaving home, wearing a bikini after 50 and trips of a lifetime! Thank you in advance for supporting NextTribe.

SUPPORT US