For this week, “‘What’s in a Name?’ On Writing the History of Feminism”by Claire Goldberg,I came across the history of “feminism,” and the origin surrounding it. Claire goes on to discuss how the term “feminism” does not have a set definition, as she mentions that it was often used for women’s actions that had happened prior to the existence of the word. As per the reading, “Feminism, so broadly accepted, was a term, then, that encompassed many different views about womanhood and many different strategies.” The extensiveness of the term saw “Jewish feminists,” “spiritual feminists,” “Christian feminists,” “Black feminists,” “multicultural feminists,” and others. Through their unique strategies, these feminists revolutionized empowerment and saw gains. Just as our history regarding unbound freedom and no discrimination are prevalent, so is the term “feminism.” 

            Feminists are common women who have the desire to see change in tomorrow, who seek to end the struggle that women face all around the world. In order to be a part of the feminist women, we must first understand what feminism is- and one can only understand such a broad term through its rich and critical history. Through the past, we are able to recognize the pivot of feminism and the precipice that has led to today feminism today.