2015 - The Year of Less Secure Passwords?

I'm kind of confused here - I tried to log in to my Ally account to pay my car payment and was informed that their passwords don't accept symbols and that I need to reset my password. 

This was a surprise; I can't find any sort of email or other notification about this change. And it was sort of a hassle because I don't keep my VIN or account number handy. 

But more importantly, doesn't removing symbols and non-alphanumeric characters from passwords make them easier to guess and therefore less secure? Why would a financial institution change their password policy in this way?

Calling a video game sexist for page views.

Ran across some obvious click-bait on Slate.com today

The Most Sexist Video Game of All Time?

Sexism in video games (and tech culture) is a sad reality and I really appreciate folks like Anita Sarkeesian who are presenting thoughtful, nuanced opinions born out of a deep appreciation for video games and social justice. (I really can't speak highly enough of the work that Ms Sarkeesian is doing!)