Johanna Oksala, "Feminism, Capitalism, and Ecology" (Northwestern UP, 2023)
New Books in Critical Theory
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Intersection of Marxist Feminist Theory and Capitalism
The chapter examines the relationship between Marxist feminist theory and capitalism, questioning whether gender subordination is inherent in the economic logic of capitalism or a historical contingency. It delves into the organization of socially reproductive labor in capitalism, the challenges faced by individuals, particularly cis women, and the need to update feminist theories to include trans and non-binary experiences. The discussion also explores the intersection of post-structuralist theories, alienation in marketization, critiques of commodification, and the moral harms of commodification on our beliefs about personhood.
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