![]() Used as a tool for class mobility, reformist feminism can lead to fellow women trampling on other women to acquire higher societal standing. Revolutionary/visionary thinkers (identifying as one herself): those who wanted to do away with the patriarchal superstructure entirely ![]() ![]() Reformist thinkers: those who simply wanted to emphasise gender equality and work within the existing structure She draws a distinction between the women in the movement: To learn more about the origins of intersectionality, visit our study guide here. She also highlights the importance of intersectionality in her discussion, focusing on the impossible nature of a united sisterhood if women continue to oppress other women for their varying overlapping marginalized identities, such as race or class. Women cannot group together under a single banner unless they confront their own sexist thoughts. ![]() This definition is one she still adheres to since it clearly states that the movement is not anti-male.Īs the movement progressed, it became clear that the problem is the overarching patriarchy, sexism and sexist thinking in both men and women. ![]() Hooks first offered this definition more than 10 years ago in her book Feminist Theory: From Margin to Center. “ Feminism is a movement to end sexism, sexist exploitation, and oppression” (p. Summary, part 1 Chapter 1: Feminist Politics ![]()
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