Mary Douglas Vavrus on Military Women in Political Campaigns
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What concept does Mary Douglas Vavrus emphasize in the discussion of military women's role in political campaigns?

  • Male-dominated domain
  • Traditional gender norms
  • Love and conflict dichotomy
  • Visual representation (correct)
  • How do military women challenge traditional gender norms based on the text?

  • By avoiding public appearances
  • By conforming to traditional feminine roles
  • By showcasing incompetence
  • By leveraging their military backgrounds (correct)
  • What do military women aim to convey through their carefully selected visuals and narratives according to Vavrus?

  • Incompetence and lack of leadership
  • Weakness and dependency
  • Competence and leadership qualities (correct)
  • Disinterest and detachment
  • What is the primary focus of the strategic use of military women's experiences in political campaigns?

    <p>Conflict over love</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Vavrus describe the domain that military women navigate in advancing their agendas?

    <p>Mainly male-dominated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the catalyst that sparked the #BamaSits Twitter activism movement?

    <p>A college football game protest against racial injustice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the #BamaSits movement relate to larger social activism efforts?

    <p>It connected the local action to broader movements like Black Lives Matter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did social media play in the #BamaSits movement?

    <p>It facilitated grassroots activism and discussions about social issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor potentially limited the national traction of the #BamaSits movement?

    <p>The lack of compelling visuals in the tweets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What broader implication is highlighted by the study of the #BamaSits movement?

    <p>The need for a better understanding of Twitter activism to address diversity, equity, and inclusion concerns</p> Signup and view all the answers

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