• Edelgard [she/her]
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          3 years ago

          the ways some feminists fail to include men in their version of liberation

          For what it’s worth, this type of feminist is largely a boogey(wo)man and only found in TERF circles.

          Wreckers are one thing, but longtime users could probably be given a more understanding explanation, even on touchy topics, without sliding into the realm of allowing misogyny/etc.

          The info is all here on the site. Women shouldn’t have to explain why they deserve rights to anyone, especially when that person leads with defensiveness.

          I don’t think you’re implying that or anything, I’m just reiterating that men often feel an entitlement to women’s time.

          I’m intentionally trying not to respond to the person you’re replying to because I don’t think it will do any good and I’d rather talk about the actual subject.

            • Edelgard [she/her]
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              3 years ago

              You’re doing the work of engaging and educating someone as (presumably) an ally after learning about the topic yourself.

              That’s exactly how that needs to happen so that folks don’t have to constantly justify why they personally should have rights.

              At the same time, I’m actively working to have a zero bullshit policy with sexist behavior when it comes at me. I think the combo is effective.