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Women and AIDS
Experts at this week's International Aids Conference say we need to focus on teenage girls as they are at particular risk in the hardest hit parts of the world. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Dancing Around Controversy
The Democratic National Committee pulled a web ad that used video of Ann Romney's dressage horse. It mocked GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney of 'dancing around' the issues. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

In Poor Taste
Comedian Daniel Tosh's remark about rape jokes being funny draws controversy. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

FDA Approves Weight-Loss Drug
For the first time in 13 years FDA approves a weight-loss drug but the pill is not without controversy. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

School Bus Monitor Bullied
A video of a school bus monitor being bullied went viral, eliciting over half a million dollars in donations. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Women Friendly Countries
A new poll suggests that Canada is the best country for women while United States ranks sixth. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

LGBT Youth Identity
A new groundbreaking survey shows disparities between LGBT and straight youth. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Women Still Behind in News
Women lag behind men in journalism, and often their news reporting is on more 'pink' topics. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Ex-Fiances Fight It Out
A man is suing his ex-fiance for more than $60 thousand because they didn't get married. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

VAWA's Future
The House and Senate have passed different versions of the bills to renew the Violence Against Women Act but it is still stuck in Congress. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

TIME Cover Controversy
TIME Magazine sparks controversy over its cover featuring a woman breastfeeding her 3-year-old son. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

No Mother's Day?
Celebrity moms encourage women NOT to celebrate Mother's Day. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Getting Women to Vote...For Women
New data shows how to engage women in support of female candidates. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Fewer American Going 'Green'
As we celebrate Earth Day, a new poll shows fewer Americans are being environmentalists. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Ashley Judd Slams Media
In a scathing opinion essay, actress and activist Ashley Judd chastized the media for criticizing women. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Girls Spend Little Time Outdoors
Parents push little boys to play outside but are are afraid to allow their girls to the same. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Women Work Harder Than Men
Women are incredibly hard workers, but a new study shows they are happier with their compensation even though it is lower than then male counterparts. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

New Face of MAC Cosmetics is 90 Years Old!
The new face of MAC Cosmetics, Iris Apfel, is 90 years old. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Gender Gap in Voting Widens
The gap between women and men at the polls widens as more women tell pollsters they plan to vote for Democratic candidates. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Gay Marriage Making Headlines
Maryland becomes the 8th state to legalize same-sex marriage, while a federal judge in California rules DOMA unconstitutional. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

A Dramatic Rise in Interracial Marriage
One in 12 marriages in the U.S. includes an interracial couple. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Hollywood Stars Speak Out About Weight
Actress Octavia Spencer and singer Adele speak out about comments and criticism over their plus size figures. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

America's Unemployment Situation
The unemployment rate drops to 8.3%, the lowest it has been in three years. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Are LEGOs for Girls Offensive?
LEGO releases a new line of toys designed just for girls. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Women Fare Better After Divorce
A new study finds women fare better financially after divorce than men. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

More Young Women Embed Campaign Reporters
Young women make up half of the campaign embed reporters in the GOP presidential race. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Changes to Alimony Laws
Some states are reforming their alimony laws which would limit the amount and duration of payments. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

2012: Looking Ahead
From health care reform before the Supreme Court to the 2012 election cycle, we look ahead to the stories affecting women in 2012. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

'Date Rape' Ad Pulled
A controversial ad that implies women will be sexually assaulted if they drink too much has been pulled. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Does Marriage Matter?
As Newt Gingrich surges ahead in polls, Mitt Romney promotes himself as a family man, raising the question: does marital history matter? See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Is Apple's Siri Sexist?
Siri, the iPhone's virtual assistant, is more helpful to men than women when it comes to medical issues. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Women for Herman Cain
Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain releases a new website, Women for Cain, amidst allegations of a 13-year affair. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Parenting Adult Children
As more adult children move home after college, a new book aims to help parents cope. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Dramatic Decline in Teen Pregnancy
According to new census data, the teen birth rate dropped to a record low. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

New Dating Site Matches on DNA
A new dating site uses clients' DNA to match them with other daters. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Viral Video of Judge Beating Daughter
A viral video shows a Texas judge beating his disabled daughter with a belt. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

New Student Loan Regulations
President Obama has announced new student loan regulations. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Are Men Funnier Than Women?
A new study finds men are funnier than women. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Women With Lipstick Rated More Trustworthy
A new study says women wearing makeup may be more successful in the workplace. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Three Women's Rights Pioneers Win Nobel Peace Prize
Three women are awarded the distinguished Nobel Peace Prize for their work to secure women's rights. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Saudi Women Can Vote; Still Can't Drive
The king of Saudi Arabia grants women the right to vote, but they still can't drive. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Gender Equality is Good for the Economy
A new report by the World Bank finds countries that create better economic opportunities for women can raise productivity. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Parents Poll on Kids' Tech Use
A new poll shows parents want their kids to be older before using technology. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Yahoo's Female CEO Fired
How will Carol Bartz's firing impact women in business? See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Man, Oh Man! Manliest Cities Announced
The third annual manliest cities in America list is released. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Fewer Women in Television
A new study shows women are lagging behind men in television careers - on and off screen. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Mean People Earn More Money
A new study shows people who are less agreeable earn higher incomes. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Airbrushed Ads Removed
Ads of Julia Roberts and Christy Turlington were removed from the UK. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Gay Couples Wed in New York
Executive Producer Cari Weiss Stein interviews Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Rep. Kathy Hochul (D-NY) as they discuss their views on gay marriage and how it will impact their constituents.

Impact of Women's Soccer
The United States Women's World Cup soccer team comes in second against Japan. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

IMF's New Chief
Christine Lagarde makes history as the first woman to head the influential financial institution. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Violent Video Games
The Supreme Court rules violent video games are protected under the First Amendment. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

'Popcorn' Brain
Is technology overload making it hard for women to focus in real life? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Bachmann's 2012 Presidential Bid
Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-MN) announced her run for president. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

John Edwards Indicted
The former presidential candidate is charged with misusing campaign funds to cover up an extramarital affair. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Sarah Palin: Will She or Won't She?
Is Sarah Palin gearing up for a presidential campaign? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Messy Marriages & Politics
Should a candidate's marital history matter? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Church Welcomes Gay Ministers
The Presbyterian Church U.S.A. voted to allow openly gay people to be ordained as ministers. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Bullying Goes Global
With the use of technology and social networking websites, bullying has become an international issue. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Title IX Woes
Some colleges are using deceptive means to appear compliant with the gender equality law. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Don't Talk, Just Look Pretty
In Hollywood, men outnumber women when it comes to speaking roles. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Faith & Family Planning
A new study finds religion has little impact on contraception use. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Bristol Palin's Big Payday
Sarah Palin's daughter earns big bucks for her teen pregnancy awareness campaign, but what message does this send to teens? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Betting On Age
An Atlantic City casino's hiring practices have older workers crying foul. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Hispanic Population Boom
Hispanics accounted for more than half of the U.S. population increase over the last 10 years. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Who Are You Calling Mommy?
Some say the word 'mommy' belittles women. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

A Rise in Abstinence
A new survey on Americans' sexual behavior finds more teens and young adults are delaying sexual activity. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Peter Pan Syndrome
Today's twenty-something males are in no rush to embrace their adulthood. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Single Mom Stigma
While Americans have become more accepting of non-traditional families, single mothers remain stigmatized. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

The Battle Over Women's Health
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi fires back at Republican legislation that would limit abortion access. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Female Football Fanatics
Women now account for 43 percent of the NFL's audience. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Davos' Female Quotient
What can be done to increase the number of women in the corporate world? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Racial Rhetoric
Should Former Republican Senator Rick Santorum apologize for his controversial comments about President Obama? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Picking on Palin?
Sarah Palin says she has become the scapegoat for the tragedy in Tucson. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Banking on Bachmann
The outspoken Minnesota Congresswoman and Tea Party activist is mulling a 2012 presidential run. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

N.O.W. vs. Hooters
The National Organization for Women sued Hooters for catering to children. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Women's 2010 Highlights
What's the biggest story for women in 2010? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

For Crying Out Loud
Has the incoming Speaker of the House made it more acceptable for men to show their emotions? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Unhealthy Women
Overall American women aren't in the habit of taking good care of their bodies. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Keeping Romance Alive
Does female empowerment mean the end of romance? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Environmental Justice
The Obama administration is stepping up efforts to investigate environmental concerns in low-income and minority communities. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Sarah in the Spotlight
Is Sarah Palin suffering from media overexposure? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

The Reality of Palin
Is Sarah Palin's new reality show the kick-off to a 2012 presidential run? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

#ihadanabortion
The unusual Twitter hashtag is creating quite a stir among tweeters and non-tweeters alike. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Too Fat for TV?
Did a blogger go too far with her criticism of overweight people? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Women Make Progress Globally
A new United Nations report finds men and women are closing the gender gap globally. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Sex List Goes Viral
A recent college graduate's thesis about her sexual exploits goes viral. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Criminalizing Cyberbullies
How should we prosecute cases of cyberbullying? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Calling Out Sexism
Should female candidates standup against sexist remarks? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

The Growing Poor
More Americans are living beneath the poverty line. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

A Pricey Investment
With tuition costs on the rise, is college still worth the money? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Ending Sexism in Politics
Women's groups launch a new campaign in hopes to end sexism in politics. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

'Republicanizing' Gay Rights
As more high-profile Republicans come out, will the gay rights discussion change? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Sex & Schoolwork
How does teen sex affect schoolwork? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

California's Gay Marriage Debate
Same-sex couples in California may soon be able to marry. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

The Most Powerful Woman in Politics
Our exclusive interview with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

A Rush To Judgement
What should we take away from the Shirley Sherrod incident? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

The Vatican vs. Women Priests
The Vatican equates the ordination of women priests to the Church's sex scandal. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Facebook Fanatics
Thanks to the female population, Facebook and other social networking sites are thriving. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Armed for Abuse
Should convicted domestic violence offenders have the right to own guns? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Childfree Women
Over the last 40 years the number of childfree American women has nearly doubled. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Plan C?
A pill capable of preventing pregnancy up to five days after sex is awaiting FDA approval. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

A New Mommy War
Are lesbian parents better at raising children than heterosexual moms and dads? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

To Drill or Not to Drill
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin is renewing her call to 'drill baby, drill.' See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Outing Female Soldiers
Do women and minorities suffer more under 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell?' See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Burqa Ticket
France proposes fining and even imprisoning Muslim women who wear full-body coverings. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Laura Bush Revealed
Former First Lady Laura Bush reveals her views on abortion and gay marriage. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

A Preaching Hypocrite?
An anti-gay, conservative Christian leader is caught with a male escort. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

The Obama Effect
A new poll finds more than half of Black teens have a high level of optimism about their futures. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Immigration Reform On Deck?
Will it hurt Democrats to take up immigration reform before the mid-term elections? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Spare The Rod?
A new study finds spanked toddlers are more likely to bully their siblings and playmates. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Justice Stevens Retiring
Will President Obama choose another woman to replace him on the bench? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Violence Against Women Goes Viral
A new Japanese video game promotes violence and torture of women. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Breast-feeding & Race
A new study finds a mother's race may determine whether or not she breast-feeds. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Taking On Immigration...Again
There's a new plan in Congress to tackle the immigration issue. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Surprise! You're A Dad
Are sperm donors really anonymous anymore? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Retirement Rules
The Vice President wants to revise 401(k) and IRA regulations. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Women Stuck in the Pipeline
A new study finds women in business still lag behind men when it comes to pay and promotion. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Justice Hillary Clinton?
Could Sec. of State Clinton be in the running for a Supreme Court seat if a liberal Justice retires? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

'Morning-After' Pill In The Military
The Department of Defense approves the distribution of emergency contraception to servicewomen stationed overseas. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

The End of Don't Ask, Don't Tell?
President Obama hints he is one step closer to repealing the controversial military policy See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

More Men Are Marrying Up
Men are more likely to marry women with more education and income, but how will the role reversal affect families? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Choosing Family Over Country
She said she had no one to care for her infant son, and now a single-mother soldier is facing court martial after failing to deploy.. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

New Faces of Feminism
Are singer Lady Gaga and the women of MTV's "Jersey Shore" the new generation's version of female empowerment? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Photoshop Perfection
Should magazines offer up disclaimers for models who have been airbrushed to perfection? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Military Pregnancy Punishment
A U.S. Army Major in Iraq is proposing severe punishment for female soldiers who become pregnant under his command. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Clinton More Popular Than Obama
She may have lost the presidential race, but Secretary Clinton has won the approval of millions of Americans. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Disney's First Black Princess
Will Disney's historic movie, "The Princess and the Frog," encourage more diversity in children's entertainment? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Mikulski Care
Sen. Barbara Mikulski (D-MD)'s amendment ensuring preventive services for women passed and will be included in the Senate's health care bill. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

CPC Controversy
Are crisis pregnancy centers guilty of false advertising? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Underpaid And Happy
Are women more concerned about job satisfaction than high salaries? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

To Love And To Cherish...In Health Only.
New research shows a husband is more likely to desert his wife when she receives a cancer diagnosis. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Need Money For College? Don't Get Pregnant.
A program promises girls money for college as long as they don't get pregnant. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Real Models Have Curves
The latest issue of Glamour magazine is turning a lot of heads. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Letting It Out Online
A new study finds women are more likely to vent their feelings on the Internet rather than talk to their partners. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

All The President's Men
He's appointed women to top level positions, but some worry President Obama is still running the White House like an ol' boys club. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Pelosi's Place
The National Republican Congressional Committee's statement about the Speaker of the House is causing an uproar. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

T.M.I. on Twitter
A woman's post on the social networking website Twitter has caused controversy. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Using Sex to Sell Health
A provocative new breast cancer awareness campaign targets young men and women. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Young & Faithful Families
A new study finds the states with the highest teen birth rates also tend to have highly religious populations. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Diane Sawyer
Does a move to network evening news anchor carry the same weight it once did? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Think Before You Cheat
A Virginia woman has come up with a unique way of punishing her philandering partner. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Not Standing By Her Man
South Carolina first lady Jenny Sanford isn't the typical political wife. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

"Burquini" Ban
Is the French government's ban of an Islam-friendly swimsuit fair? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Overweight Obsession
Has America become obsessed with being fat? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Risky Behavior
Is abstinence-only education to blame for the rise in teen pregnancy and STD rates? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Controversial Arrest
Who is at fault in the arrest of Harvard Professor Henry Louis Gates, Jr.? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Too Old To Parent
How old is too old to be a mother? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Massachusetts Sues America
The state of Massachusetts is suing the U.S. government for defining marriage as a union between a man and a woman. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Adoption For One
More single black women are choosing to adopt and raise children on their own. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Strip Search Ruling
The Supreme Court rules strip searches at schools are illegal. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Teens At Risk
Fewer sexually active teens are choosing to protect themselves. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Palin Fires Back!
Governor Sarah Palin says late-night talk show host David Letterman owes all young women an apology. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

What's Love Got To Do With It?
A new book encourages women to forget about love and marry for money. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Real Talk with the First Lady
First Lady Michelle Obama doesn't shy away from discussing the realities of motherhood. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Michelle's Role
First Lady Michelle Obama says she doesn't want to have a say in her husband's policies. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Pro-life America?
The majority of Americans now say they are pro-life. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Bristol Palin: Role Model?
The teen mom and daughter of Alaska Governor Sarah Palin is now promoting abstinence? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Replacing Justice Souter
Should President Obama nominate a woman to replace Justice Souter? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

"The Cougar"
Is it now socially acceptable for an older woman to date a much younger man? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

"Ugly" Susan
Will overnight singing sensation Susan Boyle lead society to reevaluate its standards of female beauty? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Marital Rape
After feeling the pressure from world leaders, the president of Afghanistan is rethinking a new law that legalizes marital rape. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Leading Lady
He may be the leader of the free world, but a new poll shows President Obama would likely lose to his wife in a popularity contest. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Welfare Drug Testing
Several states are considering laws that would require welfare recipients to submit to random drug testing. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Dating Violence
Many teenagers discuss dating violence in wake of the Chris Brown and Rihanna incident. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Sexting
Some teens are finding themselves in big trouble after sending sexually explicit text messages. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Sex at Church
Some evangelical pastors are encouraging married parishioners to have more sex. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Do-It-Yourself Healthcare
Unable to afford insurance, young Americans are relying on friends and the Internet for healthcare. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Recession Romance
Dating websites' popularity increases during the recession. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Working Women
Due to the recession, women may soon outnumber men in the workforce. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

PETA's New Ad
PETA's new controversial ad is too hot for TV. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand
New York Governor David Paterson chooses a replacement for Hillary Clinton's Senate seat. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Changing Civil Rights
Are some of America's civil rights laws outdated? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Palin vs. Kennedy
Governor Sarah Palin accuses the media of taking it easy on Caroline Kennedy. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Vanity Takes A Vacation
The recession is leading some women to reevaluate their standards of beauty. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Carolyn or Caroline?
The battle over Hillary Clinton's U.S. Senate seat is pitting two prominent women against each other. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

An Unhealthy Recession
The economy is taking a toll on women's health. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Teens on the Web
Can spending time on the Internet actually be a good thing for teens? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Women Aren't Alone
Media images of picture-perfect, sexualized women can hurt a man's self-image, too. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Scapegoating Palin
Some Republicans are blaming Gov. Sarah Palin for Sen. John McCain's loss. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Godless Catfight
Elizabeth Dole lost her Senate seat to challenger Kay Hagan. Was it due to her campaign tactics? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Fashionista VP
The Republican Party is spending big bucks on vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin's style. But is it necessary or extravagant? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Religious Discrimination
The EEOC reports a rise in the number of religious discrimination claims filed by Muslims. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Girls Getting Gardasil
One in four girls received the HPV vaccine last year. But are high costs keeping it from the girls who need it most? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Green Card Gardasil
A new federal rule requires female immigrants to get vaccinated against HPV before obtaining "green cards." See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Abortion Rate Trends
The teen abortion rate is dropping just as rates go up for women in their 20s and 30s. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Palin On Rape
While Sarah Palin was mayor of Wasilla, rape victims had to pay for their own rape kits. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Mixed Ticket
Should there be a special etiquette when men and women run for political office together? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Teen Suicide
Are drug warning labels to blame for the spike in teen suicide? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Slacking Off At Home
Are household chores becoming a thing of the past? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Applegate's Tough Decision
Like Christina Applegate, more women with breast cancer are opting for mastectomies to avoid reoccurrence. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Majority Minority
New data from the U.S. Census Bureau show young people are behind America's transition to a majority minority nation. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Assault in the Military
A new report finds sexual assault and harassment are underreported in the military. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

$equal_math$ Equals in Math
A new study finds girls can do math just as well as boys. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Just Say No Deal
Barack Obama detractors grow online as they work towards another Hillary Clinton presidential bid in 2012. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Not Thinking and Drinking
Two editors of the feminist, entertainment blog jezebel.com drunkenly joked about date rape and sex on the show "Thinking and Drinking." See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

First Female Four-Star General
President Bush has nominated Lt. Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody to be the first woman four-star general in U.S. history. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Gardasil for Older Women
The vaccine can prevent some strains of HPV, which can cause cervical cancer, but the FDA says it wants more information before approving it for women between the ages of 27 and 45. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Pro-life Pharmacies
These controversial, new drug stores don't sell birth control, emergency contraception, or condoms. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Virginity Pledge
A new study finds virginity pledges can be an effective method of delaying teen sex, but some critics are skeptical. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

A Historic Nomination
Sen. Barack Obama becomes the first black man to win a major party presidential nomination. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Abortion and the Election
Will abortion be a major election issue come November? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

FLDS Ruling
A Texas appeals court says more than 400 children removed from a polygamous sect's compound should be returned to their parents. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Gay Marriage
Is the California Supreme Court's decision to overturn a law banning gay marriage reflective of a cultural shift in America? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Politics is Hot
Entertainment news spends more time covering politics. But will this get more young women to vote? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Sexual Harassment at School
More boys and girls are reporting claims of sexual harassment at school, but why? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Women Dying Younger
A new study finds some women's life expectancy is declining due to obesity and smoking. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Online Divorce
More divorcees are taking their split to the online court of public opinion. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Cyberbullying
A YouTube video of a teen girl being beaten by her peers has drawn attention to the growing trend of cyberbullying. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Ladies Love Obama
Sen. Obama was quite the charmer with the ladies of Pennsylvania this week. But were his comments appropriate? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Is Sin Dead?
Have we stopped believing in sin? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

No Men Allowed
At the request of some Muslim students, Harvard University recently set up female-only hours at one of its gyms. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Are Women Dumb?
The Washington Post received big criticism this week after running an opinion column calling women dumb. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Running as a Woman?
Is Sen. Barack Obama's presidential campaign more woman-friendly than Sen. Hillary Clinton's? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Retiring Single
New research finds Americans who aren�t in a �traditional� family structure face more challenges when it comes to saving for retirement. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Love Can Wait
More young women are putting their careers before romance. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Patron Saint of Drug Dealers
On the Mexico border, an early twentieth century drug dealer is now revered as a saint. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

McCain Momentum
Sen. John McCain has jumped to GOP frontrunner status, but which Democratic candidate presents the greatest challenge to his candidacy? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

The Bill Factor
What impact will former President Bill Clinton's negative remarks on Senator Barack Obama have on his wife's campaign? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Abortions Down
What's behind the decline in U.S. abortions? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Workplace Politics
Should politics and work mix? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Bhutto's Legacy
The tragic assassination of Benazir Bhutto has some asking what her legacy for women will be. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Republican Women's Vote
Republican women in New Hampshire say they are waiting to see who wins in Iowa before they decide where to cast their votes. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Jamie Lynn
What impact will Jamie Lynn Spears' pregnancy have on her pre-teen fans? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Embryo Rights
A law student in Colorado hopes to get an initiative on the ballot protecting the rights of embryos. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Mormon Mitt
Presidential hopeful Mitt Romney starts a discussion this week on the religious beliefs of political candidates. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Climate Change
Is the president reversing his stance on global warming? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Stem Cell Breakthrough
Scientists develop a way to make skin cells into embryonic stem cells. Will this solve the ethical dilemma? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Deadly Working Wives
Are working women killing themselves and their husbands? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Gay Discrimination
The U.S. House has passed a bill making it illegal to discriminate based on sexual orientation but the President says he may veto. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Rape in the Military
The Department of Veterans Affairs plans to open a residential treatment center for female veterans who have been sexually assaulted. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Huckabee's Controversy
Republican presidential candidate Mike Huckabee links illegal immigration with abortion. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Talking About Cancer
Should girls as young as seven years old be educated about preventing breast cancer? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Smoking Ads
Members of Congress are asking women's magazines to stop using cigarette ads. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Taken to Heart
New research links marital fights to heart disease in women, but not in men. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Crossing a Thin Line
An Italian clothing company posts pictures of an anorexic woman on billboards. Critics say they are sending the wrong message. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Domestic Violence
TV evangelist Juanita Bynum's well-publicized attack and divorce have left some wondering how the church should address domestic violence. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Black Flight
New census data show African-Americans are leaving cities as whites move back in. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

'Mr. Clean'
A new study finds live-in boyfriends do more housework than their married counterparts. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Animal Cruelty
Is the world of professional sports less forgiving of animal cruelty than violence towards women? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Hormone Replacement Therapy
A new study links declining breast cancer diagnoses in the U.S. to fewer menopausal women choosing HRT. Should we eliminate the treatment altogether? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

You Go Girl
Controversy is brewing in the blogosphere after Senator Hillary Clinton referred to herself as a girl at a Democratic presidential debate. Should she have used the word or is it degrading to adult women? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Congressional Spouses
Should Congressional campaigns employ the candidates' spouses? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Uncertain About Clinton
A new New York Times poll shows women are supportive of Senator Hillary Clinton, yet still unsure if they want her to be president. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Teen Sexual Behavior
Teens are engaging in less risky sexual behavior, but more women in their twenties are having babies out of wedlock. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

You Are Special
Employers are blaming young Americans' sense of entitlement on being told as children that they were special, over and over again. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

FMLA Report
The Labor Department released findings from 15,000 comments they solicited on the Family and Medical Leave Act. Employees love the law, but their employers have reservations. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Title IX turns 35
Thirty-five years ago Title IX set out to create equality for women in college sports, but has the landmark law hurt male athletes?. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Entertainment News
Dan Rather is called sexist after comments this week on the state of CBS' Evening News since Katie Couric took the anchor chair. See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

The No Vacation Nation
A new report shows the U.S. lagging behind other advanced countries when it comes to paid vacation for its workers. Should the government mandate paid vacation time? See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Women Coaches
A new study from the NCAA shows fewer women are coaching women's sports at the same time as more women are participating in sports. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Evangelical Shift
The Christian evangelical movement may be shifting its focus away from wedge issues like abortion and gay marriage. What's driving the shift? See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Divorce Rate
The Texas Legislature has passed a bill to incentivize counseling before marriage. Is this government overreaching? See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Rebecca Walker
Author and mother Rebecca Walker, daughter of writer Alice Walker, discusses the impact of feminism on motherhood in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Reverse Discrimination
Lately, complying with Title IX means some colleges and universities are cutting men's sports teams. Is this reverse discrimination? See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

The Man Problem
On average, men aren't as healthy and don't live as long as women. But are women to blame? See what our panelists think on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Supreme Court Decision
This week, the Supreme Court made a controversial decision to uphold a ban on so-called partial birth abortion procedures. See what our panelists have to say on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Duke Players Exonerated
How well did the media cover the exoneration of the three Duke lacrosse players? See what our panelists have to say on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Pay Gap Debate
Is the gender pay gap the result of sex discrimination or women's personal choices? See what our panelists have to say on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Living with Cancer
Dr. Bernadine Healy of US News and World Report talks about her new book Living Time on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Shoe Shopping
To help retain female employees, top law firms and corporations are creating women-oriented networking events like shoe shopping excursions. But is this a good idea? See what our panelists have to say on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Married Name
California may become the eighth state to pass a law allowing men to take their wives' names after marriage. See what our panelists have to say on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Sleep-deprived Women
A new study shows many American women are stressed out and not getting enough sleep. Why are men getting more sleep than women? See what our panelists have to say on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Women and the Oscars
Is there a changing female image in Hollywood after Jennifer Hudson and Helen Mirren took home gold? See what our panelists have to say on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Single Women Voters
Single women are the fastest growing voting block in the nation. A new study shows they are more willing to vote in 2008 if their issues are addressed. See what our panelists have to say on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Harvard's New President
Historian Drew Gilpin Faust made history herself when Harvard University named her as its first woman president. Will the appointment mean big changes for Harvard women? See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Take Back the Date
Independent Women's Forum is fighting V-Day with their 'Take Back the Date' campaign. They are encouraging college women to skip "The Vagina Monologues" and go out on a date for Valentine's Day. See what our panelists think in this week's TTC Extra.

Super Bowl
Women can now learn about football and the Super Bowl from books, seninars, even private lessons but do they need all this to keep men interested in them? See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Dakota Fanning
Dakota Fanning's rape scene in her new film Hounddog has led to public outcry. Many say the movie is in violation of child pornography laws. Is Fanning being exploited? See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Work Schedules
Women are not opting out but changing their schedules to stay in the workforce full time when they have children. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Unwed Mothers
Four in 10 children are born to unwed mothers in this country. While teen pregnancy rates continue to drop, births to single moms in their 20s are increasing. Is marriage going out of style? See what our panelists think in this week's TTC Extra.

Single-Sex Education
Recent changes to guidelines are allowing public schools more flexibility to offer single-sex education. See what our panelists have to say on this week�s TTC Extra.

Mail-Order Brides
The federal government cracks down on the mail order brides business. To the Contrary panelists discuss whether this is a good move.

Dress for Success
Women who are ovulating dress to get attention according to a study out of UCLA. See what our panelists have to say on this week's TTC Extra.

School Shootings
The majority of victims in school shootings are female. To the Contrary panelists discuss the reasons why.

The Single Woman Vote
Single women may hold the key to winning mid-term elections for democrats.

15th Anniversary Commemoration
A behind the scenes look at To the Contrary�s Fifteenth Anniversary Celebration.

Speaker Pelosi
How will US Representative Nancy Pelosi fair as the first woman Speaker of the House? See what our panelists predict will happen at the polls in this week's TTC Extra.

Middle-aged Women
Why are middle-aged women less likely to be happy than most Americans? See what our panelists think in this week's edition of TTC Extra.

Midterm Elections
With midterm elections right around the corner, many women are still undecided. See what the To the Contrary panelists predict will happen at the polls.

Flex Time
A new survey finds women are using flex time to keep their careers going when they have children. See what our panelists think in this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Men and Body Image
Women aren't alone when it comes to suffering from body image disorders. A recent study of male college students shows the more music ... all � videos and prime time TV they consume, the worst the feel about their bodies. Is it really the same for men and women? See what our panelists think.

Premarital Sex
A new Guttmacher Institute study finds nearly all American's had or are having premarital sex. Does this mean 'abstinence only' is a myth? ... all � See what our panelists had to say on this week's To The Contrary Extra.

Working Mothers
Are working mothers opting out, or are they being pushed out?