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Should we give special privileges to pregnant women?
Should we give special privileges to pregnant women?
False
Do you consume pornography?
Do you consume pornography?
False
Regardless of the state of our justice system, do you think it is fair to give the penalty of death to rapists?
Regardless of the state of our justice system, do you think it is fair to give the penalty of death to rapists?
False
Do you agree that the Western assimilation of Filipinos overseas is for mere survival?
Do you agree that the Western assimilation of Filipinos overseas is for mere survival?
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Do you agree that the Filipino diaspora increased the internal racism in this country?
Do you agree that the Filipino diaspora increased the internal racism in this country?
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Conventional Legal Theories tend to be gender-blind.
Conventional Legal Theories tend to be gender-blind.
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Feminist legal writings are unashamedly polemical.
Feminist legal writings are unashamedly polemical.
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Early feminists, like Mary Wollstonecraft, pursued the right of political equality for women.
Early feminists, like Mary Wollstonecraft, pursued the right of political equality for women.
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What is the main argument made by liberal feminists regarding the concept of rationality and equality for women?
What is the main argument made by liberal feminists regarding the concept of rationality and equality for women?
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Which of these factors are seen as crucial issues for liberal feminists? (Select all that apply).
Which of these factors are seen as crucial issues for liberal feminists? (Select all that apply).
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What does the Liberal Feminist approach say about the 'special treatment' of women?
What does the Liberal Feminist approach say about the 'special treatment' of women?
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What is one of the central arguments of the radical feminist perspective?
What is one of the central arguments of the radical feminist perspective?
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According to Catharine MacKinnon, it is possible for women to achieve equality if men have defined women differently.
According to Catharine MacKinnon, it is possible for women to achieve equality if men have defined women differently.
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The radical feminist perspective advocates for using the law as a tool for radical change.
The radical feminist perspective advocates for using the law as a tool for radical change.
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Radical feminists believe that reforming the law can effectively address women's needs in work, home, or everyday life.
Radical feminists believe that reforming the law can effectively address women's needs in work, home, or everyday life.
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Postmodern feminists reject the idea of a unified subject, like 'woman', and treat such classifications with skepticism.
Postmodern feminists reject the idea of a unified subject, like 'woman', and treat such classifications with skepticism.
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Postmodern feminism emphasizes the importance of real-world experiences and rejects entering the realm of mythology.
Postmodern feminism emphasizes the importance of real-world experiences and rejects entering the realm of mythology.
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Postmodern feminists view the maleness of the law and the phallocentrism of society as unimportant themes.
Postmodern feminists view the maleness of the law and the phallocentrism of society as unimportant themes.
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According to Katherine Bartlett, feminist legal methods seek to uncover the gender implications of laws and practices, regardless of their appearance of objectivity or neutrality.
According to Katherine Bartlett, feminist legal methods seek to uncover the gender implications of laws and practices, regardless of their appearance of objectivity or neutrality.
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Difference feminism rejects a sympathetic view of formal equality and gender, arguing that it does not address the root of the problem.
Difference feminism rejects a sympathetic view of formal equality and gender, arguing that it does not address the root of the problem.
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Difference feminists focus on exposing forms of discrimination, but they do not criticize the concept of a 'reasonable man' in legal reasoning.
Difference feminists focus on exposing forms of discrimination, but they do not criticize the concept of a 'reasonable man' in legal reasoning.
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The concept of equality is a straightforward idea, according to difference feminists.
The concept of equality is a straightforward idea, according to difference feminists.
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Critical Race Theory (CRT) emerged in the 1980s as a reaction against the perceived deconstructive excesses of Critical Legal Studies.
Critical Race Theory (CRT) emerged in the 1980s as a reaction against the perceived deconstructive excesses of Critical Legal Studies.
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CRT emphasizes the need to address the lived realities of racial inequality, but does not prioritize understanding the historical roots of racism.
CRT emphasizes the need to address the lived realities of racial inequality, but does not prioritize understanding the historical roots of racism.
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Legal reforms under CRT are viewed as a guaranteed method for achieving true racial equality.
Legal reforms under CRT are viewed as a guaranteed method for achieving true racial equality.
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CRT challenges the notion of a monolithic 'black community' or other racial groups, embracing the complexities of racial identities.
CRT challenges the notion of a monolithic 'black community' or other racial groups, embracing the complexities of racial identities.
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CRT proponents believe that focusing solely on legal institutions is the most effective way to achieve racial justice.
CRT proponents believe that focusing solely on legal institutions is the most effective way to achieve racial justice.
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Kimberlé Crenshaw's work highlights the limitations of mainstream feminist discourse, which often overlooks the experiences of women of color.
Kimberlé Crenshaw's work highlights the limitations of mainstream feminist discourse, which often overlooks the experiences of women of color.
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According to Crenshaw, promoting an intersectional analysis means placing the experiences of Black women at the forefront of feminist discourse.
According to Crenshaw, promoting an intersectional analysis means placing the experiences of Black women at the forefront of feminist discourse.
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CRT and postmodernism share the common goal of upholding the traditional ideas of the Enlightenment.
CRT and postmodernism share the common goal of upholding the traditional ideas of the Enlightenment.
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CRT and postmodernism are united in their rejection of grand narratives and essential truths.
CRT and postmodernism are united in their rejection of grand narratives and essential truths.
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One of the shared critiques of CRT and postmodernism is the belief that the law is inherently racist.
One of the shared critiques of CRT and postmodernism is the belief that the law is inherently racist.
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Postmodern approaches to critical analysis challenge the notion of a stable and coherent subject.
Postmodern approaches to critical analysis challenge the notion of a stable and coherent subject.
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CRT scholars often use postmodern tools like deconstruction to uncover the racist foundations of legal frameworks.
CRT scholars often use postmodern tools like deconstruction to uncover the racist foundations of legal frameworks.
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The use of legal rights is rejected by all scholars within CRT.
The use of legal rights is rejected by all scholars within CRT.
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CRT's theoretical framework is completely clear and straightforward.
CRT's theoretical framework is completely clear and straightforward.
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CRT scholars entirely reject the concept of equality.
CRT scholars entirely reject the concept of equality.
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CRT emerged as a response to the perceived limitations of Critical Legal Studies and traditional civil rights scholarship.
CRT emerged as a response to the perceived limitations of Critical Legal Studies and traditional civil rights scholarship.
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The concept of 'outsider jurisprudence' is associated with the development of CRT.
The concept of 'outsider jurisprudence' is associated with the development of CRT.
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CRT scholars prioritize understanding the historical development of racism over recognizing the interconnectedness of race, sex, and class.
CRT scholars prioritize understanding the historical development of racism over recognizing the interconnectedness of race, sex, and class.
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The primary focus of CRT is to challenge the traditional view of legal reforms as a solution to racial inequality.
The primary focus of CRT is to challenge the traditional view of legal reforms as a solution to racial inequality.
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CRT advocates for upholding the public-private divide as a necessary framework for addressing gender and race relations.
CRT advocates for upholding the public-private divide as a necessary framework for addressing gender and race relations.
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CRT scholars argue that there is a universal experience of women that shapes their relationship with society.
CRT scholars argue that there is a universal experience of women that shapes their relationship with society.
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CRT scholars often employ postmodern methods of deconstruction to challenge the racist foundations of legal systems.
CRT scholars often employ postmodern methods of deconstruction to challenge the racist foundations of legal systems.
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CRT's theoretical framework is entirely rooted in postmodernism.
CRT's theoretical framework is entirely rooted in postmodernism.
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CRT scholars universally reject the concept of legal rights.
CRT scholars universally reject the concept of legal rights.
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The relationship between CRT and postmodernism is entirely free of ambiguity.
The relationship between CRT and postmodernism is entirely free of ambiguity.
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CRT prioritizes addressing individual experiences over challenging overarching social structures.
CRT prioritizes addressing individual experiences over challenging overarching social structures.
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CRT scholars argue that legal reform is the most effective way to address systemic racism.
CRT scholars argue that legal reform is the most effective way to address systemic racism.
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CRT and radical feminist perspectives share a common critique of the public-private divide, arguing that it contributes to inequality.
CRT and radical feminist perspectives share a common critique of the public-private divide, arguing that it contributes to inequality.
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CRT scholars believe that the law is a neutral and objective force.
CRT scholars believe that the law is a neutral and objective force.
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CRT scholars argue that women universally share similar experiences and perspectives.
CRT scholars argue that women universally share similar experiences and perspectives.
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CRT and postmodernism share a common ground in their critique of grand narratives and essential truths.
CRT and postmodernism share a common ground in their critique of grand narratives and essential truths.
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CRT scholars are unified in their rejection of legal rights as a tool for social justice.
CRT scholars are unified in their rejection of legal rights as a tool for social justice.
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CRT scholars primarily focus on the individual experiences of racism and discrimination.
CRT scholars primarily focus on the individual experiences of racism and discrimination.
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CRT and radical feminist perspectives are in opposition to each other in their critique of the public-private divide.
CRT and radical feminist perspectives are in opposition to each other in their critique of the public-private divide.
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CRT scholars embrace the traditional view of the law as neutral and objective.
CRT scholars embrace the traditional view of the law as neutral and objective.
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Study Notes
Feminist and Critical Race Theory
- Feminist and Critical Race Theory are discussed.
- Key questions are presented:
- Should pregnant women receive special privileges?
- Do you consume pornography?
- Is the death penalty fair for rapists?
- Is Western assimilation of Filipinos for survival?
- Did the Filipino diaspora increase racism?
- Sexism and racism are long-standing problems affecting political and legal discourse, usually dominated by white males.
- The presentation examines key elements of feminist legal theories.
- It outlines the main points of Critical Race Theory.
Outline
- Feminist legal theories
- Origins of feminism
- Four schools of thought for legal feminism
- Critique of feminism
- Critical race theory
Feminist Legal Theories (in general)
- Conventional legal theories tend to be gender-blind, neglecting or ignoring women's experiences.
- Ronald Dworkin's liberal theory, for example, doesn't consider the position of women.
- Feminist jurisprudence reflects in the extraordinary impact on legal courses and the law itself.
- Key questions concerning the law's function and role are explored.
- Issues of inequalities in criminal law (rape, domestic violence), family law, contract law, tort law, property law, and public/international law are examined.
- The literature on feminist legal theories is substantial.
Feminist Legal Theories (in general)
- Feminist writings are often critical and polemical, addressing injustices.
- The "personal is political" is a central theme.
- There is a rejection of the assumed radicalism of social movements.
- Feminist thought highlights similarities with Critical Race Theory, particularly uneasiness with white male dominance.
Origins of Feminism
- Mary Wollstonecraft's A Vindication of the Rights of Woman (1792) is a significant early feminist text.
- It addressed the French constitution and excluded women from free education.
- Early feminism emphasized equality.
- This evolved into complex and sometimes conflicting forms of feminism.
Equality and Rationality
- Liberal feminists see women's equality as a function of their rationality.
- They advocate for a single, undifferentiated, gender-neutral conception of citizenship.
- Other feminists challenge this view, highlighting the social and biological differences between men and women as legitimate.
- Women's opportunities are reduced by these differences, impacting their political and legal rights.
Essentialism
- Feminist jurisprudence aims to end women's subservience, highlighting the issues of essentialism.
- Concepts of female identity are examined, considering the diversity of women's experiences globally.
Four schools of thought for legal feminism
- Liberal Feminism, Radical Feminism, Postmodern Feminism, Difference Feminism.
Liberal Feminism
- Importance of individual civil and political rights is emphasized.
- Women are rational agents, with the right to make choices.
- Equality involves equal opportunities for women and men to exercise rational choices.
- The focus should be on the similarity between the sexes.
- Wendy Williams discusses equal vs differential treatment of women.
- Women's experiences are often ignored because existing legal frameworks fail to specifically address them.
- Focusses on issues such as public-private division, the role of the law, and the need to specifically address women's exclusion from the public sphere.
Radical Feminism (according to Olsen)
- Men dominate women; the issue is power.
- Critiques men-defined notions of women; challenges the view that women can achieve equality through simple assimilation.
- Traditional categories are questioned.
Radical Feminism
- Resisting the charm of law, is a recurring theme
- Equality is not simply about acceptance; it's about addressing the root of difference.
- Sexism is not simply irrationality; it's domination.
- Other issues are explored: the ways in which political choice and institutional arrangements contribute to women's subordination.
Postmodern Feminism
- The concept of the "subject" is rejected.
- Concepts of equality, gender, and even "woman" are treated with profound skepticism.
- "Essentialism" is questioned as a product of power structures
- Overlaps with Critical Race and Legal Scholars.
- The idea of "Imaginative Universal" is discussed
- Topics that are highlighted include the maleness of law, the phallocentrism of society, and important themes in feminist writing.
Postmodern Feminism
- Feminist legal methods are explored, seeking to uncover gendered implications of laws and practices, including examples from the legal profession.
- Positionality, recognizing the contingency of values and knowledge, and the acceptance of situated and partial truth are examined.
Difference Feminism
- Rejects a sympathetic view of formal equality.
- Uncovers the implicit discrimination in law, evidence, tort law and legal reasoning.
- Critiques the idea of “the reasonable man,” applying it and critiquing its use in legal cases.
- Gender differences are seen as essential, including examining the "ethic of care” which highlights nurturing behaviors and the potential for ethical relativism
- The issue of law, specifically how it is written and what the language implies, in terms of equality for women is discussed.
Other Feminism
- Discussions about other forms of feminism, including Marxist, Socialist, Existentialist, Structuralist, Post-structuralist, Deconstructionist, and Linguistic schools.
- The oppression of women and the role of different theoretical frameworks is examined.
- The importance of exploring the range of available theories is highlighted.
- Issues concerning biology ("male" and "female"), language ("male" or "female"), politics and economics that can be interpreted through these frameworks.
Critique of Feminism
- Internal critiques address concerns about representation and inclusivity, highlighting potential neglect of the experiences of Black and working-class women.
- External criticisms concern the universality of feminist legal theory, ethical relativism, the effectiveness of law, and potential for exclusivity and utopianism.
Critical Race Theory
- An intellectual movement in the late 1980s, deeply rooted in Critical Legal Studies and traditional civil rights scholarship.
- A reaction against perceived excesses in deconstruction.
- The movement focuses on race as a social construct and on systemic racism, specifically legal institutions.
- Lived experiences and perspectives of marginalized groups are explored
- Topics such as Race as a social construct, systemic racism, intersectionality and importance of narrative are highlighted
- Themes of feminism, like internal and external critiques, are discussed in the context of CRT
Critical Race Theory (Central Themes)
- Critique of Liberalism
- Storytelling & Counter-storytelling
- Revisionism
- Understanding Race and Racism
- Structural Determinism
Critical Race Theory (Central Themes Continued)
- Race, Sex & Class: discrimination from social and historical factors.
- Anti-Essentialism
- Cultural Nationalism
- Legal Institutions: ways of reforming legal systems.
CRT and the Future of Racial Justice
- Promoting of division, guilt and victimhood are necessary for addressing injustices
- Understanding the complex nature of racism
- Emphasis on systemic racism and intersectionality is crucial.
- CRT is instrumental in creating a just and equitable society.
CRT and Feminist Theory
- Dissatisfaction with some of the mainstream legal theories
- Historical legacies of oppression and the civil rights movement
- Some feminist discourse can be criticized for focusing on white, middle-class, educated women
- A more intersectional analysis is desired, with specific attention to marginalized groups.
CRT and Feminist Theory (Illustrations/Examples)
- Illustration/example of how race and gender intersect to shape experiences of women; a table of categories that demonstrate these issues are portrayed.
CRT and Radical Feminism
- Examination of the public-private divide in the context of gender and race relations
- Critique of existing legal frameworks.
- Highlighting how certain frameworks limit experiences of women, particularly marginalized and racialized women.
- CRT and radical feminism share a focus on intersectionality and highlight the complexities of women's experiences.
CRT and Postmodernism
- Exploration of shared and divergent perspectives on law, race, and social justice.
- CRT challenges Enlightenment ideals of individual rights, equality, and justice.
- Subjectivity and legal rights are examined through a postmodernist lens.
- Engaging with subjectivity and legal rights
- Ambiguity and interpretation; maintaining a commitment to issues of equality and justice.
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This quiz explores the fundamental aspects of Feminist and Critical Race Theory. It examines important questions about privilege, societal norms, and the intersection of sexism and racism in legal discourse. The quiz also introduces various schools of thought within feminist legal theories and critiques conventional legal perspectives that overlook women's experiences.
