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    Rachel Epstein is a former editor at Marie Claire, where she wrote and edited culture, politics, and lifestyle stories, including op-eds, interviews, and ambitious packages. She also launched and managed the site’s virtual book club, #ReadWithMC. During her 4.5 years at the brand, she helped MC reach record search traffic growth while meticulously planning the site’s live event coverage, such as royal weddings and award shows. Throughout the years, she's worked on a wide range of subjects from securing an exclusive interview with Donald Trump’s chief White House photographer to reporting on the safety of contact-tracing apps for an ASME-winning package titled "Invasion of Privacy" to producing Marie Claire’s “Why I’m Voting” series, featuring Michelle Obama, Meghan Markle, Oprah Winfrey, and more prominent figures. She graduated from Florida State University with degrees in English (Editing, Writing Media) and Public Relations. Offline, she’s likely watching a Heat game or finding a new coffee shop. Follow her @rachelepstein_.

    Latest articles by Rachel Epstein

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    Sarah McBride Wants You to Judge Her on Her Ideas—Not Her Identity

    McBride is set to become the first trans state senator in the U.S., but her campaign is rooted in her dedication to her community.

    Politics
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      2020 Election Voter Registration Deadlines: A State-by-State Guide

      Features The 2020 presidential election is on November 3, 2020. Make sure you're registered to vote with Marie Claire's state-by-state guide to voter registration deadlines.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Politics
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      In Honor of RBG, Nine Women Reflect on Her Legacy

      "Ruth Bader Ginsburg is the only proof I’ll ever need that superheroes don’t wear capes."

      By Rachel Epstein

      Politics
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      'Schitt's Creek' Swept the 2020 Emmys

      'Schitt's Creek' has won six awards and counting at the 2020 Emmys. See the best reactions from the cast and fans here.

      By Rachel Epstein

      TV shows
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      The Best Virtual Red Carpet Looks at the 2020 Emmys

      It's Zendaya's world, we're just living in it.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Celebrity Style
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      No Swing State, No Problem—How to Make an Impact in the 2020 Election

      How To Your voice matters now more than ever, no matter where you live.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Politics
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      How to Become a Poll Worker for the 2020 Election

      How To The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a shortage across the country.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Politics
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      The Best Labor Day Sales of 2020 to Shop Right Now

      ...Because you deserve it.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Fashion
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      Kamala Harris Could Make Joe Biden's Climate Plan Even Stronger

      Biden and Harris both support the Green New Deal and environmental justice policies.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Politics
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      'Luster' Is Messy, Beautiful, and Complicated

      Our readers said Raven Leilani's sentences are poetry.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Books
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      'When No One Is Watching' Is Marie Claire's September Book Club Pick

      Read an excerpt from Alyssa Cole's novel, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.

      Books
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      Black Girls Breathing Is Creating a Safe Space for Black Women

      Founder Jasmine Marie reflects on how she's managing a business and preserving her mental health during this stressful time.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Career advice
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      The USPS Is Actively Being Destroyed By President Trump—Here's How to Help

      How To The Trump administration refusing to fund the U.S. Postal Service could have a huge effect on mail-in voting for the 2020 election. Here are some ways to help.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Politics
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      New Abortion Finder Tool Helps Women Find Care

      Amid legislative attacks on our reproductive health, this tool helps women find verified abortion care providers across the country.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Politics
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      Joe Biden Chooses Kamala Harris as His Vice President

      We officially have a woman on the ticket!

      By Rachel Epstein

      Politics
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      100 Influential Women on Why They’re Voting in the 2020 Election

      “I am voting because I want change. I want radical, life-altering, culture-shifting change.”

      By Rachel Epstein

      Politics
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      'The Vanishing Half' Is a Brilliant Exploration of Race and Identity

      "This is one of those books with so much to unpack and explore, I could be here all day."

      By Rachel Epstein

      Books
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      'Luster' Is Marie Claire's August Book Club Pick

      Read an excerpt from Raven Leilani's novel, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Books
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      Kensington Palace Released New Prince George Photos In Honor of His 7th Birthday

      Kensington Palace released two new photos of Prince George in honor of his seventh birthday. See the photos here.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Royals
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      Black Candidates Running for Office in 2020

      Change starts here.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Politics
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      Nicki Minaj Is Pregnant With Her First Child

      Nicki Minaj revealed she's pregnant in an Instagram post on July 20. Find out everything we know here.

      Celebrity
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      A Michelle Obama Podcast Is Coming to Spotify

      How To Wow, I didn't know how much I needed this!

      By Rachel Epstein

      Culture
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      The Best Songs of 2020 From Mac Miller to Selena Gomez

      Features From Selena Gomez's "Dance Again" to Justin Bieber's "Intentions," these are the best songs of 2020.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Music
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      Cocktail Books to Help Upgrade Your At-Home Happy Hours

      Five o'clock, where ya at?

      By Rachel Epstein

      Food and Cocktails
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      'Exciting Times' Will Remind You of Sally Rooney's Work

      Still, Naoise Dolan deserves her own praise.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Books
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      'The Vanishing Half' Is Marie Claire's July Book Club Pick

      Read an excerpt from Brit Bennett's novel, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Books
    • local politics
      How to Get Involved in Local Politics

      How To Even if you don't want to run for office, there are still key ways to make a difference in your community.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Politics
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      DACA Will Remain in Effect After a Landmark Supreme Court Ruling

      The court ruled that the Trump administration's call to end DACA was "arbitrary and capricious."

      By Rachel Epstein

      Politics
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      Oluwatoyin Salau, a Black Lives Matter Activist, Was Murdered in Tallahassee

      How To Here's how to demand justice.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Politics
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      Newsletters to Subscribe to That Will Keep You Informed and Entertained

      Features A list of the most informative and entertaining email newsletters to subscribe to in 2020, from Well-Read Black Girl to Fruity and For Harriet.

      By Rachel Epstein

      Culture
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