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For anyone with outdated ideas of what Feminism is (that it's anti-male, separatist, etc. etc.), this book should be required reading. In fact, this may be the best argument as to why Feminism should be advocated and why it is essential in order for humanity to move forward.
For those who consider themselves feminists, but who opperate under narrowly defined, self-interested goals need to drastically rethink their belief systems.
I recommend this book to every human being on the planet. Pick it u ...more
For those who consider themselves feminists, but who opperate under narrowly defined, self-interested goals need to drastically rethink their belief systems.
I recommend this book to every human being on the planet. Pick it u ...more

P. XV “and yet feminist movement has not created sustained feminist revolution. It has not ended patriarchy or eradicated sexism and sexist exploitation and oppression. And as a consequence, feminist gains are always at risk.”
P. 5 “being oppressed, means the absence of choices… Many women in society do have choices, therefore “exploitation” and “discrimination” are words that more accurately describe the lot of women collectively in the United States… The absence of extreme restrictions leads ma ...more
P. 5 “being oppressed, means the absence of choices… Many women in society do have choices, therefore “exploitation” and “discrimination” are words that more accurately describe the lot of women collectively in the United States… The absence of extreme restrictions leads ma ...more


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