ellieshechet
Ellie Shechet
ellieshechet
Ellie is a freelance writer and former senior writer at Jezebel. She is pursuing a master's degree in science journalism at Columbia University in the fall.

Counterpoint:

I have been forced to agree with: Rand Paul, Lindsay Graham, John McCain and George W Bush.

Can we just have a round of appreciation here for the Jezebel writers, who have been ON THIS SHIT like nobody’s business? I am filled with love right now. Read more

I feel confident that Marissa Hermer would be just a bit put off by a gift from Goop. Not because there’s anything wrong with Goop — good god, no! Marissa Hermer absolutely adores Gwyneth and truly admires her entrepreneurial spirit. It’s just that in the circles traversed by Marissa Hermer, Goop is so... expected. Read more

I’ve written about this before, but I’ve covered presidential campaigns from both a network and local level. I’ve talked to everyone from Bob Dole to Hillary Clinton. I have never been called a cunt (and Im a sailor mouthed individual, don’t get me wrong) until Trump in NH, by a supporter. I’ll say this for Ted Read more

My bother in law is a Russian who grew up (predominantly) under Putin’s musical chairs administrations, and he honestly thinks Trump would have no issue “eliminating” those he disagrees with - either through discreet actions or reputation smearing. He aspires to be Putin - a guy who pretty openly threatens journalists Read more

Hey guys - is there any room to fit “collection of menstruating waterheads” under the banner on the Jez main page? It would be a shame to lose such a quality clap-back to the ether. Read more

I picture ALL these people writing their emails on the toilet. Read more

Disclosure from the Inside: They are also consolidating the Photo/art and design teams and relocating them all to a new floor as well. The creative directors at each brand are now no longer creative directors. They will report to Raul Martinez and be grouped in some fashion (Luxury, Women’s fashion.. etc.. We THINK. Read more

Roomba, 3D Printing, kale, millennial, hookup culture, lasik Read more

Obama is so handsome. Not just by comparison, but goddammit. It’s like putting a glass of French wine next to a half empty PBR that’s mostly backwash. Read more