Intersectionality Flashcards
1
Q
Definition
A
Intersectionality is an analytic framework that attempts to identify how interlocking systems of power impact those who are most marginalized in society.
2
Q
In response to what
A
Black Women falling through the cracks of conversations about race and about gender.
3
Q
What is race loyalty?
A
The idea that, for example, we shouldn’t go after Clarence Thomas for sexual-harassment stuff because he is already persecuted for being black.
4
Q
Why have inter-sectional lens?
A
Because narrow mindsets are dangerous (class discussion).
