Feminism (AQA A-Level Politics): Flashcards

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Sex vs gender in feminist theory

Sex=biological; gender=cultural construct of masculine/feminine

Androgynous (feminist view)

Humans naturally lack inherent masculine/feminine characteristics

Equality feminists believe

All humans have equal moral value, entitled to formal equality

Patriarchy definition

Male dominance

'The Other' (de Beauvoir)

Women see themselves as Other whilst man is considered the norm

Difference feminism view

Biological differences matter; women shouldn't seek to be like men

Intersectionality meaning

Gender intersects with class and race to create varied experiences

'The personal is the political'

Patriarchy operates in both public and private spheres

Reproductive labour (Engels)

Unpaid domestic work and childcare essential for capitalism

Liberal feminism approach

Reformist - gradual change through legal reforms

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