Gender inequality exists in the United States. Today, gender inequality prevails implicitly rather than explicitly. Our textbook teaches that gender inequality is learned through socialization. How true that is! From an early age children are taught boys are stronger while girls are the weaker sex. Boys are given trucks and video games while girls are given Barbie dolls and little kid-sized kitchens. Males and females are expected to fill different roles in society from the moment they’re born. Now, is this right? Well, I’m on middle ground here. Although I believe God created men and women differently, I also believe we are equal.
On the other hand, some women enjoy being objectified. They enjoy the attention and perks it may bring. It is not only men downplay a woman’s value. Now is the time to change that.
I am what some would call a liberal feminist. I believe that men and women should be treated equally politically and legally. No more to men receiving a higher salary than a woman who has the same qualifications than him! No more to a woman being expected to be Susie homemaker! I support a family organization, but I also support gender equality.
I agree with you that men and women should be treated equally in all respects. Nice post!
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