Not All Women Want To Be Feminists
Start writing a post
Politics

Not All Women Want To Be Feminists

Feminism is no longer about equality.

62
Not All Women Want To Be Feminists
Medium

By definition, feminism is the advocacy for women's rights on the basis of the equality of the sexes.

Many people, as well as myself, feel that women can be (and are) discriminated against or receive lower pay because they are women, even if this is not intentional. However, I think that feminism has moved away from helping women be better in the workforce. Much of the feminism that I have seen more recently spends more time man bashing. What I mean by this is that rather than women spending time trying to make themselves better, they drag down men.

I feel like as a woman, I and many others fall under the feminist umbrella just because we are women. But, I don't particularly agree with this idea because many of the things that feminists support and do, I do not agree with. Feminism is no longer about equality. I find that many times, feminism is used as a tool for women to try and say that they are better than men. Men have problems too and they can't just be thrown under the bus or dismissed because they are men. Along with that, women talking down men is not a great idea, either. I think that there should be a balance between them as opposed to one gender trying to overtake the other.

The many women's marches that have taken place across the country are just one example of how discombobulated feminism can be. Many people who attended the marches were holding signs relating to the LGBT community, among other things. These causes are not related to the progress of women in the workplace or being treated as an equal to men. It was more like a big temper tantrum by some of the women of America who didn't get what they wanted. Just because you don't like the results of an election, doesn't mean you should go out and complain about it because that isn't going to make a difference when the votes have already been counted.

The United States allows people to vote freely for who they would like for president, and President Trump was America's choice. Although many people do not like President Trump, he is the president whether you like it or not. There are far larger issues in the world that need attention than women upset that they didn't get their way.

Lastly, becoming a feminist has become a popular trend for celebrities like Taylor Swift and Katy Perry. Not to discredit their intentions, however, but in considering themselves feminists, many of their fans will follow suit and say they are feminists, too. The problem with this isn't the celebrities, but rather the fans who mistreat the term "feminist" and use it as a way to make women look better than men.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Adulting

Unlocking Lake People's Secrets: 15 Must-Knows!

There's no other place you'd rather be in the summer.

936264
Group of joyful friends sitting in a boat
Haley Harvey

The people that spend their summers at the lake are a unique group of people.

Whether you grew up going to the lake, have only recently started going, or have only been once or twice, you know it takes a certain kind of person to be a lake person. To the long-time lake people, the lake holds a special place in your heart, no matter how dirty the water may look.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Top 10 Reasons My School Rocks!

Why I Chose a Small School Over a Big University.

113054
man in black long sleeve shirt and black pants walking on white concrete pathway

I was asked so many times why I wanted to go to a small school when a big university is so much better. Don't get me wrong, I'm sure a big university is great but I absolutely love going to a small school. I know that I miss out on big sporting events and having people actually know where it is. I can't even count how many times I've been asked where it is and I know they won't know so I just say "somewhere in the middle of Wisconsin." But, I get to know most people at my school and I know my professors very well. Not to mention, being able to walk to the other side of campus in 5 minutes at a casual walking pace. I am so happy I made the decision to go to school where I did. I love my school and these are just a few reasons why.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lots of people sat on the cinema wearing 3D glasses
Pinterest

Ever wonder what your friend meant when they started babbling about you taking their stapler? Or how whenever you ask your friend for a favor they respond with "As You Wish?" Are you looking for new and creative ways to insult your friends?

Well, look no further. Here is a list of 70 of the most quotable movies of all time. Here you will find answers to your questions along with a multitude of other things such as; new insults for your friends, interesting characters, fantastic story lines, and of course quotes to log into your mind for future use.

Keep Reading...Show less
New Year Resolutions

It's 2024! You drank champagne, you wore funny glasses, and you watched the ball drop as you sang the night away with your best friends and family. What comes next you may ask? Sadly you will have to return to the real world full of work and school and paying bills. "Ah! But I have my New Year's Resolutions!"- you may say. But most of them are 100% complete cliches that you won't hold on to. Here is a list of those things you hear all around the world.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

The Ultimate Birthday: Unveiling the Perfect Day to Celebrate!

Let's be real, the day your birthday falls on could really make or break it.

76799
​different color birthday candles on a cake
Blacksburg Children's Museum

You heard it here first: birthdays in college are some of the best days of your four years. For one day annually, you get to forget about your identity as a stressed, broke, and overworked student, and take the time to celebrate. You can throw your responsibilities for a day, use your one skip in that class you hate, receive kind cards and gifts from loved ones and just enjoy yourself.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments