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I am a feminist to a certain extent and I want to advocate for females. I say I am a feminist to an extent because I am not a hard core activist, but I do believe women deserve the same rights, acknowledgment, and pay as males. I saw this quote that referred to women losing their uniqueness because we were not made to do everything a man can do, but to do what men can’t do, and it was an upsetting picture. I do not understand why there is even an inequality issue till this day because the…

contributes to the reaction of the readership. The book consists of interrelated monologues that help the readers to see the inner side of characters rather than the plot, circumstances and setting. The author covers many serious issues that include gender equality, peer pressure, relationships,…

During the 1920s, the image of the American woman evolved from one of submission, to one of independence. The laws were changing in the United States; women’s groups, such as the National Women’s Party, were working to gain equal rights for women and they began achieving these rights piece by piece in this era. In 1920, the 19th Amendment was ratified thereby allowing women the right to vote. During this decade, there were astronomical changes to laws, education, and the job market for women…

On January 24th 2013, the outgoing Defense Secretary, Leon E. Panetta, stated that the ban on females in combat positions would be lifted. The opening of more combat positions to women was greeted with varied opinions and questions about how this will change America’s military. Even though some women may be able to pass the physical tests and training, females shouldn’t be allowed to fight in front line combat positions because of the culture of male to female relations and the danger to…

Shakespearian Gender Roles In Shakespeare’s Macbeth, the setting occurs during a time in which gender roles were not only rigidly defined, but also extremely demeaning towards women. A woman was thought to be soft, emotional, and only helpful as a mother figure; however Lady Macbeth’s character challenges this set role by attempting to “unsex” herself, or shedding the feminine characteristics that were thought to have made women weak. Lady Macbeth is in fact a sexist character because she…

As more and more people around the world are shining their lights with pride and expressing themselves more freely, it brings about the political debate regarding the use of restrooms by the transgender community. This sensitive topic addresses many concerns for both the transgender and the religious communities. The most important concern at the moment is our educational system, as a large group of children and adolescents could be greatly affected by the discussions put in place by the state…

Essay: 1 Hook-ups: As a new form of dating Women have more rights today than any time we know of. Women now can earn similar wages as men. They often can gain any kind of education, they want. We have famous women physicists, astronauts, and even some women Nobel Prize winners. However, there are still some challenges and double standards in almost all societies that women have to fight. In general, in last few decades women’s right has dramatically changed. Before, 1960s and 1970s women were…

Statement of Research Question Does a defendant’s gender and/or sexual orientation affect jurors’ decision making during intimate partner violence cases? Does a defendant’s gender and/or sexual orientation affect judges’ sentencing making during intimate partner violence cases? Rationale Understanding the mindset of jurors is important when trying to understand how legal system and justice will be implemented within courtrooms. If mental biases are present within jurors, this can affect how…

I am not usually one for boxing movies, because I do not understand why people would want to get hit multiple times and have people watching. Especially at the end when Adonis’ right eye is completely swollen shut, that is not something I could every imagine thinking going through is a good idea. However, boys are taught at a young age to be tough and that fighting is a normal thing. You always see shows where boys get in fights and their fathers are all happy about it and the mother is all…

Susan Douglas’s “Signs of Intelligent Life on TV” discusses the emergence of feminism and the presence of intelligent, powerful, and hardworking women on TV. Douglas discusses how in some shows the writers will present female characters that defy gender stereotypes, however there are still signs of cultural bias against women in these shows. She acknowledges that in these three shows: NYPD BLUE, ER and Chicago Hope the writer acknowledges the significance of adult female audiences by including…