In this week’s reading were two informative and insightful topics that came from “Femenist Polticis, Where We Stand” by Bell Hooks and “Sex & Gender” by Kyl Myers. Feminism is a political movement to end discrimination against girls and women. Sex is a biological determination through human anatomy and pyschology aspects assigned at birth. An example of this are the X and Y chromosomes within a person’s DNA. Gender is based on that individual’s role in society that may be influenced by their culture, religion, and tradition. These topics closely relate to one another in regards to social and political views and expectations someone may face due to their differences and upbringing in such a diverse society. 

People seem to have a misconception about feminism in thinking that it is “anti-male” when in reality it’s more about the equality between the two sexes in which they’re able to coexist together economically, politically and socially in a respectful manner. This should also be the case for those who may differ in sexual orientation, gender identity and even race and ethnicity. It’s important for people of a particular group to speak up and have their voices heard in order to fight for what’s right so they can advocate for a greater change and a better future. 

People tend to also have misconceptions about biological sex verses gender. If a person is born with male or female physical characteristics at birth, when they get older they are not obligated to stick with their original sex because everyone thinks and behaves differently and that is where a self or group identity kicks in. The author emphasizes that “Gender expression can change over time, just as sexual orientation can fluctuate over time. Every human’s identity falls along multiple spectrums rather than in dichotomous boxes. Kind of like a Choose-Your-Own-Adventure” (Myers). I understand that there is always opportunity for change and at the same time people need that reassurance that their differences are what make them unique. I feel like in today’s society there has been fairer treatment to accepting those from the LGTBQ community who together with feminist groups consist of powerful human beings looking for justice and equality. 

In connection with Emely D’s snapshot, the second image definitely depicted how society views feminism as a movement where males are the enemy and that we should bash them for their wrongdoings and sexist actions towards us women. The main goal is to empower one another’s lifestyle and grow independent and strengthen our mind. I believe whatever discrimination and judgment we may face as women we already go through a lot more on our own such as pregnancy and giving birth which is something that should be valued since it is considered a role of motherhood. These readings helped me realize that at the end of the day we want better for ourselves since life is filled with obstacles that challenge us from expressing who we truly are in a society where there are expectations and stereotypical beliefs we aren’t forced to follow.