Equality VS Difference feminism Flashcards
(12 cards)
The Two BRANCHES differ mostly regarding what
The End Goal
What politcal fixture are equality feminists associated with?
The “Politics of Sameness”
What is the main goal of Equality feminists
An Androgynous Ideal where Men and Women are Equal
What political fixture are difference feminists most associated with
The “Politics of Difference”
What female characterisers do difference feminists argue makes women superior to men
Ability to Nurture and Non-Aggressiveness
According to difference feminists, who would be prioritised if the world was dominated by women
Children
What positives would difference feminists argue would be seen if the world was dominated by women
Less violence and protection of Environment
What major overarching view is most associated with difference feminism
That Women are superior to Men
What do many feminists categorise difference feminists’ views as being?
“Defeatist”
What do equality feminists argue leads to inequality
Difference
For equality feminists, what must there be and how can this be achieved
Equality by destroying male superiority
