Postmodern feminism

Question 1

What are the key ideas of post modern feminists?

Answer 1

They stress the importance of language and removing terms, which may appear sexist or reinforcing patriarchal attitudes e.g. Chair instead of Chairman

“Woman” as a category is complicated by factors like class, ethnicity, and sexuality

They question the idea that there is or ever can be a single-gender identity

Post-modern feminists argue that patriarchy manifests in different ways depending on a woman’s race, class etc.

Question 2

What is the view of post modern feminists on the state?

Answer 2

PMF see the modern state as a legacy for white imperialist rule (an obstacle to gender equality)

Question 3

What is the view of post modern feminists on society?

Answer 3

PMF now see society as more complex than gender divisions due to individual circumstances that create differing interpretations of what it means to be a women

Question 4

What is the view of post modern feminists on the economy?

Answer 4

Benefits white UC women & men