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ANNA FUNDER: On Wifedom (and calling out Orwellian “doublethink”)

Wild with Sarah Wilson

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The Double Standards of Decency

This chapter explores the idea of 'double think' in gender roles, emphasizing the disparities in how decency is perceived among men and women. Through the lens of patriarchy, the discussion reveals how societal norms permit men to view themselves positively even while harming women, leading to a restrictive environment. It also engages with cancel culture and the complexities surrounding iconic figures, questioning whether to 'cancel' their legacies or confront the deeper moral ambiguities they embody.

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