Faux Feminism

Faux Feminism
Authors
Khader, Serene
Publisher
Beacon Press
Tags
feminism , politics
Date
2024-10-29T07:00:00+00:00
Size
0.77 MB
Lang
en
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An incisive examination of why the pillars of feminism have eroded—and how all women, not just the #girlbosses, can rebuild them

After more than 175 years, the feminist movement, now in its fourth wave, is at risk of collapsing on its eroding foundation. In Faux Feminism , political philosopher Serene Khader advocates for another feminism—one that doesn’t overwhelmingly serve white, affluent #girlbosses. With empathy, passion, and wit, Khader invites the reader to join her as she excavates the movement’s history and draws a blueprint for a more inclusive and resilient future.

A feminist myth buster, Khader begins by deconstructing “faux feminisms.” Thought to be the pillars of good feminism, they may appeal to many but, in truth, leave most women behind. Her critical inquiry begets a new vision of feminism: one that tackles inequality at the societal, not individual, level and that is ultimately rooted in community.