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Feminist and Populist Critiques of Liberalism

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What does the feminist critique of the public-private split in liberalism emphasize?

Liberalism promotes equality across all genders.

The private sphere is disregarded in relation to power dynamics. (correct)

Women are overly represented in political spheres.

Men face greater challenges in the private sphere.

How did early liberal thinkers portray gender roles?

Women were characterized as emotional and suitable for domesticity. (correct)

Women were seen as equally rational contributors to society.

Men were viewed as suited for domestic roles alongside women.

Gender roles were not a significant concern for early liberal thinkers.

What aspect of liberalism is critiqued for being based on masculine norms?

The public acknowledgment of women's roles.

The concept of liberal equality. (correct)

The support for domestic roles of women.

The focus on universal political rights.

What does Charles Mills argue about the racial structure in liberalism?

It codifies racism to benefit white populations. Signup and view all the answers

What is Mills' critique of ideal theory focused on?

It assumes a fair society without historical context. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes heroic demagoguery?

Uplifting democratic values and resolving societal issues. Signup and view all the answers

How do dangerous demagogues influence public opinion?

Through lies and coercive tactics. Signup and view all the answers

What societal dynamics does the feminist critique of liberalism address?

The exclusion of women's experiences from political discourse. Signup and view all the answers

What technique involves highlighting something by pretending not to mention it?

Paralipsis Signup and view all the answers

How do dangerous demagogues typically use ad hominem attacks?

By targeting their opponents' character Signup and view all the answers

In populism, who are typically excluded from the definition of 'the people'?

Elites and minorities Signup and view all the answers

What is a common tactic used by populists to distort majority rule?

Claiming to act for a specific 'real' majority Signup and view all the answers

How do populists weaken intermediary institutions?

By eroding checks on power and connecting directly with the 'people' Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the main difference between fascism and populism?

Populism retains elections but distorts democratic processes Signup and view all the answers

What is a common strategy that leaders use to discredit opponents?

Spreading disinformation Signup and view all the answers

What relationship does populism create between leaders and the supporters?

A morally superior alignment excluding elites and minorities Signup and view all the answers