For those who view feminism as mostly negative, did the movement begin with good intentions?

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Feminism has been a destructive movement

Feminism has been great for our society

I truly dont have enough information to make an informed decision

I don't care

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I am not a feminist because I don't identify with most movements because people will assume many things about what I believe that I probably don't even agree with. I believe that women are smart and strong and are also different than men and occupy different roles in the family and community. But, why is feminism this hot button issue for men lately? Why is the narrative so negative? I've never even hung out with any hard core feminists so why are men so focused on this as a major issue? Has it really been that bad for our society if so why do you feel that way?

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Ryannnnnn · 31-35, M

Perhaps because most people where I live are basically feminist in that we believe in equal rights (though i'd just say egalitarian). The people who really stand out tend to be extreme, and from having met a few real hardcore feminists irl who were basically just misandrists I do see those types as a problem especially if they're accepted into politics.

I think the narrative atm is that men are actually behind in education in comparison to women and aren't doing as well, higher suicide rates, the legal system still treats women differently and men worse, so i imagine mens rights groups see the extreme forms of feminism today and feel like its an issue/supremacy group.

just my 2 cents