Heterodox Out Loud
Episode 30: Intersectionality Is a Political Football—Here’s Why it Doesn’t Have to Be, Chris Martin
Jan 27, 2022
Psychologist Chris Martin discusses the evolution of intersectionality as an academic theory and political ideology. He critiqued the progressive model of intersectionality, emphasizing the need for a person-by-situation interaction approach. Chris talks about his background and how it led to the formation of Heterodox Academy. The podcast also explores the challenges of teaching intersectionality in K-12 education and higher education.
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Quick takeaways
- Intersectionality can be a valuable tool, but it requires conceding critical points on both the political left and right.
- To fully understand intersectionality, it is crucial to discard the construct of axes of oppression and focus on studying intersectional effects in-depth.
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Understanding Intersectionality
Intersectionality is an academic theory that originated in legal scholarship. It describes the unique problems faced by individuals who exist at the intersection of multiple axes of oppression, such as race, gender, and socioeconomic status. However, progressives have adopted an over-ambitious model of intersectionality, assuming that every individual lies on axes of oppression. This perspective overlooks the complexities and positive intersectional effects that can exist. Conservatives, on the other hand, tend to dismiss intersectionality completely. To fully understand and appreciate intersectionality, it is crucial to discard the construct of axes of oppression and focus on studying intersectional effects in-depth.
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