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182 | Sally Haslanger on Social Construction and Critical Theory

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

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Social Constructs: Gender and Technology

This chapter examines social constructionism, focusing on the distinctions between natural facts and socially defined properties, particularly in the context of gender. It highlights how technologies like the birth control pill empower individuals, especially women, while also addressing the cultural assumptions that shape gender identities. The discussion delves into the complexities of defining sex and gender, emphasizing the need for a nuanced understanding that considers both biological realities and social constructs.

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