I recently read an article in the New York times. Throughout this article Feminist ideology was rampant.
As I read the article I realized how much we are in need of a word change.
Does not the very word imply gender? It's very definition is gender based.
In the article one of the authors pointed out that most women now work in "gender-less" work environments. Really?
Gender-less?
I do not agree. In fact, even my sister who drives a coal drill on the plains of Wyoming, would not agree with that. When she comes in after her shift and hits the shower she most definitely goes to the "Women's" shower. I think she and her "Male" workmates would insist on this. Well...some.
I think what this author should have referred to instead, was "gender equal" work environments.
That is what has been fought for. That is what we currently enjoy. Gender equality.
My sister enjoys working in a previously male dominated workplace. But gender-less? Don't be ridiculous!
Gender still plays a significant role. The fact that we still have Men's rooms and Women's rooms addresses this point, but is only the beginning.
But Feminists would like to change all that.
Really? Is this all necessary? Is this where rights for women has gone? Can we not get back to the basics and ensure the rights for the rest of the world's women before we decide that humanity must be "gender-less" to ensure equality.
Feminism, as it is defined today, is not what it used to be. Indeed, the "New Feminism" of today looks nothing like the original movement.
By Definition, there have been 3 waves of Feminism:
The First Wave; Women's suffrage, the Feminism of the late 1800's.
The Second Wave; Women's Liberation, the Feminism of the 1920's.
Finally, the Third Wave; Issues of Sexuality, Modern Feminism. The trouble is, that the world is still in need of the first 2 movements. But the baggage of the Modern Movement is hindering the real work that needs to be done.
The Heroes of the first movement: Susan B. Anthony, Lucretia Mott and Elizabeth Cady Stanton.
Their grueling work and noble sacrifices paved the way for other heroes like Esther Petersen and Eleanor Roosevelt.
I bow to these women.
These women changed the world.
I cannot imagine what my world would be like, had they not taken the risks and pledged so much.
But somewhere along the way, Feminism changed. It was hijacked.
This New Feminism seeks to rid the world of gender entirely.
How does that help women?
I remember a few years ago. I was carrying a baby in one arm and a diaper bag in the other. I was opening the door to a City building for my two year old to walk through when 2 men hurried past and through the door. As they went through I mumbled "your welcome". Sarcasm intended. Yes my dear's, Chivalry is nearly dead. So must we kill it entirely?
Thanks a lot Feminists!
When will "equal rights" stop infringing on my rights.
What has happened to traditional roles for women?
Newsflash; Attention all women of at least the last 6,000 years. You had it all wrong. Being a wife and mother can never bring you happiness. You must have a "job" to achieve that. You were just too "oppressed" not to realize that.
Where did we lose our way.
Many of the great Feminist leaders were deeply religious, but today Feminism and religion are at odds.
(But that must wait for another post.)
So if Feminist's want to be gender-less why don't they start with their own movement. Stop raping the Feminist movement, call yourselves what you are. Gender-less-ists, Neuter-ists, Asexual-ists,
How can anyone be so ridiculous?
We must face a few facts.
There IS such a thing as Gender.
We ARE different.
If you don't believe me, take a look.
Very well written. Thanks.
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