Critical Theory of Feminism

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Critical Theory of Feminism Corrina Farho

Feminist Lense States that women are put in gender specific roles Often misogynist view Focuses on the oppression of women

Origin: Waves of Feminism First Wave 1700s-early 1900s Women’s suffrage movement, passed 19th amendment (voting) Second Wave Early 1960s-late 1970s Equal working conditions during WWII Third Wave Early 1990s-present Redefined beauty, womanhood, gender, sexuality, femininity, and masculinity

Benefits Equality Work Treatment Freedom of Expression In sexuality, race, and religion Ability to vote

Potential Problems Women want to take the roles of men biologically Seeking female partners Women do not want responsibilities men take on Military drafting Misandry (misogyny for men)

Paper Bag Princess Princess whose prince gets taken away Dragon burns down castle Princess’s clothes are burnt, except a paper bag Wears paper bag and saves prince from dragon Prince insults her looks She compliments his prince qualities but calls him a bum

Paper Bag Princess Altered Meaning A female can take ownership of male roles A female can dress, look, and say what she want ie: Paper bag, disheveled hair Called prince a bum A female can make decisions for herself