Exploring feminism and freedom across borders
What is feminism and liberty?
When individuals talk about feminism, they speak about equality – politically, socially, and economically – for all genders. And when they discuss liberty, they mean the freedom to live, speak, and act without oppression or limitation. Bur what do these ideas truly look like in everyday life, law, and politics?
Having liked in both the United States and France, I’ve noticed that these two powerful notions, liberté and liberty, carry unique meaning shaped by history, society, and culture. On this blog, I’ll explore how feminism and freedom have evolved in these two nations, comparing their paths toward equality and understanding how different cultures approach women’s rights.
Recently, I watched a Jubilee debate where liberal political commentator Dean Withers sat across from a group of conservative, MAGA women, many of whom openly rejected feminism. Throughout the video, they debated women in leadership, abortion, gender roles, and whether feminism still benefits women. What struck me most was not simply that I disagreed with…
When discussing the progression of women’s rights in the United States, it is nearly impossible to do so without mentioning Gloria Steinem. As a journalist, activist, organizer, and one of the most recognizable figures of second-wave feminism, Steinem spent decades challenging the expectations placed upon women and fighting for greater political and social equality. Gloria…
In 2017, a simple phrase spread across social media and quickly became one of the most influential social movements of the twenty-first century: #MeToo. While the hashtag gained worldwide attention after numerous allegations of sexual misconduct were made against film producer Harvey Weinstein, the movement itself was not new. It was originally founded in 2006…
