Pros Of Feminism In America

First of all, a disclaimer: I’m in no way saying that feminism is not a movement that makes important strides in everyday life, I’m simply saying that some of the ways that it’s implemented aren’t the most beneficial. The official definition of feminism and sexism, according to Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary, are respectively “the theory of political, economic, and social equality of the sexes” and “prejudice and discrimination based on sex.” As with all rights movements, the claims that arise from these groups do their share of good as well as harm. Granted, feminist movements are working towards a good cause, though some groups, especially those belonging to the radical branch, tend to take matters to levels that are somewhat unnecessary. As mentioned in the aforementioned definition, feminism works towards “equality of the sexes” as in both male and female genders. However, the actions of
Feminists here in America, although many of their points are justified, have dug up several extraneous reasons why the patriarchy needs to be dismantled. Modern feminists have driven the movement from its golden era of the 20’s were women fought for the right to vote, to the contemporary fight against “manspreading” or “stare/eye rape.” Looking at the big picture, one sees the extensive difference between those problems of first world women and second/third world women. In third world countries, where oftentimes little or no feminist movement is undertaken, women will often have parts of their genitalia torn off just for disobeying their husband’s commands. Those women fight for the rights to speak in public, obtain drivers licenses, attend church meetings, leave the house when they wish, not have to constantly worry for the sexual safety of themselves and their daughters, or are just plainly trying to own their own