Posts Tagged “activism”

The New Year’s Resolutions of a Feminist

By | January 1, 2012

It’s a new year and with it comes new goals and achievements to pursue. Why not make it a year to go after your passions and try to make the world a little better? Donations Every month, I am going to try to donate to a non-profit or charitable organization. Last month was Emily’s List, [...]

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What is a Feminist? (Part Two)

By | December 27, 2011

This post is a continuation which examines a subset of the various forms of feminism that exist. Lesbian Feminism An off shoot of the mainstream women’s movement of the 1960s and 1970s which alternated between overlooking or criticizing homosexual oppression altogether. Also known as “Queer Theory.” Post-colonial/Third World Feminism Created by women of color who [...]

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What is a Feminist?

By | December 23, 2011

What is a feminist? What does it mean to be one? Is it a woman who hates men, doesn’t shave, and burns bra? Is it a man who feels that everyone is entitled to be treated equally? Is a feminist the community organizer who promotes safety in neighborhoods? Much like everything else in life, defining [...]

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