Intelligence Squared Difficult Feminism: History’s Complicated Changemakers
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Mar 7, 2023 
Helen Lewis, a staff writer for The Atlantic, and Caroline Criado Perez, journalist and author of 'Invisible Women,' engage in a captivating discussion about the complex narratives of historical feminists. They delve into the stigmas faced by women who defy societal norms in their pursuit of freedom. The conversation touches on the intricacies of modern feminism, the challenges of balancing personal and professional life, and the need for intersectionality. They also explore the perceptions of 'difficult women' and the evolving roles of men as allies in the fight for gender equality.
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Recent Events Highlighting Feminist Issues
- Harvey Weinstein's conviction was enabled by a group of women who supported each other.
- The death of Catherine Johnson, a NASA mathematician who worked under racial segregation, raises questions about equal pay.
The Pressure on Women to be Perfect
- Helen Lewis wrote her book partly because she felt she wasn't "difficult" enough.
- Women often feel pressured to be perfect to be taken seriously, unlike men who are sometimes seen as charming when they "wing it."
Criado Perez's Identification with Suffragettes
- Caroline Criado Perez identifies with Millicent Fawcett, but Helen Lewis suggests she's more like the disruptive Christabel Pankhurst.
- Criado Perez realized at a young age that her loudness was perceived negatively, especially by boys.
