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For those of you who call yourselves feminist... Why?

I am not speaking about the radical feminist but the one's with a genuine heart. Who truly want equal rights for men and women. Just seem to go at it in a way where they tend to ignore the negative lights of what feminism has brought. I am not speaking for first wave. Just second and third and I am only speaking for the country we currently reside in. Not those we have no control over. What's the point? Many of the serious issues we talk about for women have equal equivalent issues for men. What's the point of labeling yourself and supporting the very thing that's making things worse? Even if you have the right heart. The ones who shout and influence this country generally don't. The only way to solve that to me is by finding a word that is an example of what we are striving for. And well in my opinion what we already have. Differences will always arise unless we force those differences away or pretend they don't exist. Sexism will always be a thing until we are exactly the same. But the reason feminism was apparent was not to worry about every small difference. What's the point of calling yourself a feminist? I hope you can understand me.
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How can anyone be equal only after pulling someone else down? Women have come so far in such a short while. They have accomplished great feats often while shouldering great burdens. Women are shining in ways never before allowed. They have truly become more. In the process however men have allowed themselves to become less. Our society needs true men in a way that It never has. If our society is to become truly great both sexes must encourage each other to become the best possible version of themselves.
PiceousPanda · 26-30, F
@Quoththeraven: I agree! And that is why I am flabbergasted by the attitude now a days. What is wrong with a strong man? Both sexes can be empowered without feeling the need to pull one down. I find it sad that society feels the need to shame men to bump up women. And personally... The only women I see who truly shine are the ones who never saw there gender as barrier to begin with which is very few women to begin with. Judge judy for example! Love her to death.
@PiceousPanda: you're a pretty sharp cookie❤️😉
PiceousPanda · 26-30, F
@Quoththeraven: I try to be. :)
@Quoththeraven: Define 'true man' please. I am curious whether I am a false one. I don't knit or crochet, and like basketball a lot. But I keep pretty current on my inner world as well? I'm not sure what boxes I need to check.

And how is society elevated by having true men in charge? All I see that lasts is fucked-up, endless foreign military campaigns as a result of male dominance in government.
Quizzical · 46-50, M
It's easier to elevate yourself by stepping on others than to truly work hard to achieve greatness
PiceousPanda · 26-30, F
@RandomUniverse: I think what she meant is... Confidence is the key. For both men and women. Instead of worrying who dominates. Allow people to be themselves. Stop shaming people. Men and women. Male dominance is no better than female dominance. Humans make mistakes. No sex will do things perfectly. We seem to have a grudge towards men regardless of gender just like how we had a grudge towards women. True men are confident men who aren't afraid to be themselves and will take the lead if they so please.
PiceousPanda · 26-30, F
@Quizzical: People try to find things the quick and cheap way. :/ It is a sad habit honestly.
@Quizzical: in that case, start stepping I guess. It's the shortest distance between two points.
Quizzical · 46-50, M
@RandomUniverse: Oh I am far too polite to do that sort of thing :)