In this second discussion post reflect on how the readings impact your understanding of gender and feminism.

Prompt

In the essay, “Feminist Politics Where We Stand” bell hooks defines feminism as: “a movement to end sexism, sexist exploitation, and oppression.”

• Explain what you understand this definition to mean.
• How does this definition compare with what you thought “feminism” meant before you did this reading?
• How does the reading Sex and Gender 101 compare with what you thought about gender before you did this reading?

Format Requirements

• Due: Wednesday February 1, 11:59 pm. 
• Written in complete, well-formed sentences & carefully proofread
• Engaged with the assigned text by explicitly referring to and/or citing them
• 400-600 words. Longer, but not shorter, posts are fine. To view your word count, click the info symbol at the top of the post draft!

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