I agree that âmaiden nameâ is dated and sexist. I hope we can avoid it in the Guardian. Wikipedia favours the style âJane Smith (born Jane Jones)â and this, when relevant, seems fair enough. Itâs sexist to ask a woman (but not a man) her maiden name, or to ask anyone for their motherâs maiden name. Itâs none of their business, just its none of their business to know whether a woman is married (âMrsâ) or not (âMissâ) unless she chooses to tell them.
Justice Kennedy hailed as gay rights icon. Although nominated by Ronald Reagan, he has authored every major decision affirming the rights of gays and lesbians since 1996. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter. The newest gay rights icon wears a drab black robe and got his job from Ronald Reagan.
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