“Feminism,” says the mighty voice of Wikipedia, refers to “political, cultural, and economic movements aimed at establishing greater rights and legal protections for women”. There are endless branches and eras of feminism, and like with any significant political movement, the feminist movement has had to struggle with issues of inclusion and with its very definition. What I see of the feminist political and social movement these days is mostly good. There’s still some fake feminists like Sarah Palin, who attempt to rally while still engaging in classism and sexism, but overall the movement seems to be inclusive of diversity. Below I’ve linked one of my favorite news blogs, Feministing, which I appreciate for its frequent updates of fascinating articles and for its trans, genderqueer and LGBTQ positive attitude.
Feministing.com – A blog that keeps up with any and all news and pop culture related to gender and women’s issues.
The Brontesaurus – An action figure that tackles sexism in literature!
Click: When We Knew We Were Feminists – A new anthology that explores what it means to be a feminist and have a …
Click to continue reading this week in gender bending: focus on feminism
