Why do good girls become feminists?
Why do otherwise smart, sensible women become feminists? Rachael Lefler explores the psychology ahead of the curves.
Feminism
Erin Pizzey CBE
Erin Pizzey started the world’s first domestic violence shelter in the UK in 1971. Originally called the Chiswick Women’s Aid, you can still find this organisation operating under the name Refuge. In 2021 Refuge celebrated its 50th anniversary. Many well known figures, including politicians and royals, were present. Unfortunately Erin wasn’t present. This wasn’t an …
Sweden, where man-beating is sport!
Former prosecutor, defense attorney, and judge RK Hendrick was more than upset at recent video of a female cop and her dog beating an unarmed drunk man who posed no threat to her in front of multiple witnesses. Was it simple arrogance on her part or due to the perception that women can get away with brutality to men in Sweden, which has become notorious for legalized misandry?
Twerking and sexual independence?
Yes, we were finally dragged into it: an article on “twerking.” But hey, Michael Sharron has a point: Miley Cyrus sexually assaulted Robin Thicke and belongs in jail. Sounds stupid to us, but that is the only logical conclusion from some feminist logic.
The Patriarchy™ and Marble Cake
“The Patriarchy” as posited by feminists is an incoherent mess of contradictions. Jason Gregory notes that even one of feminism’s best thinkers could not escape it, unto her dying breath.
Chivalry feminism
By coining the term ‘chivalry feminism,’ Ernest B. Bax highlighted feminism’s root power and the reason for its longevity.
The inflated definition of misogyny
It’s easy, and pretty common, to charge MRA’s with being conspiracy nuts. But that is in a topsy-turvey world where feminists see patriarchal machinations and oppression around every corner.
