Feminism
This is the longtime belief that all people have been
previously accorded differential treatment, especially by the
society. Particular emphasis has been that the women has been
deliberately and systematically been denied equal participation in
all social and economic institutions. Hence there has been a clamor
to change that status quo. Thus they is the general belief that
feminism will redefine the societal perceptions by being critical of
the past while removing the female inferiority complexes and the male
norms. (Macionis 344)
There are three main types of feminist. First is the
Liberal feminist. This has its roots from
patriarchal oppression that men were to determine many aspects even to the woman.
So the Liberal feminists have sought to take charge of their
sexuality, child bearing, household laboring, and general
reproductive capacity. It is aimed at enabling the woman realize her
potential powers and capabilities. Secondly the Socialist feminist
believes that to end oppression on women, the economic and social
stimuli must be rid of so that liberalization is realized. The also
endeavor to declassify gender as the main platform for oppression, so
that both genders can live and work collaboratively. The third type
is the Radical feminist who dwells in the roots of patriarchal
dominance over women, and perceives it as oppressive to women and
advantageous to men’s privileges. The proponents tend to be
militant on the patriarchal political and social groups and
institutions and their political actions. They are however keen in
approach not to be perceived as negatively passionate on men.
(Macionis 344 – 347)
Cited Sources:
Macionis J. John; (2004). Sociology. Prentice
Hall 10th
ed. ISBN: 0-13-184918-2 p. 344-347