Activist Danielle Moss discusses the #MeToo movement backlash and abuse of women, Eldra Jackson talks about toxic masculinity, and Soraya Chemaly questions why men can be angry but not women.
The #MeToo movement has faced backlash shifting focus from survivors to a divisive narrative.
Women's anger is highlighted as a powerful tool for social change, challenging traditional stereotypes.
Deep dives
The Impact and Origin of the MeToo Movement
The MeToo movement, born out of women's anger about sexual violence, aimed to support all survivors. However, media backlash has shifted focus away from survivors, creating a divisive narrative. While the movement started to highlight the prevalence of sexual harassment and abuse, it has now been criticized for deviating from its original purpose and neglecting vulnerable groups like young black girls.
Reclaiming Anger and Redefining its Role
Women's anger, often stigmatized and punished, is being redefined as a powerful tool for social change. The narrative around anger, traditionally associated with masculinity, is evolving to empower women in expressing their emotions confidently. Instead of perpetuating negative stereotypes, there's a call to understand and promote healthy expressions of anger as a means of asserting agency and challenging societal norms.
Including Men in the MeToo Movement
The MeToo movement is not solely about women's experiences but encompasses all survivors, including men. Highlighting the prevalence of male victimization, the movement calls for inclusivity and unity rather than division along gender lines. By acknowledging the shared experiences of both genders, the MeToo movement strives to create a space for collective healing and awareness of the systemic issues surrounding sexual violence.
Activist Danielle Moss talks about the backlash to the #MeToo movement highlighting abuse of women, while former gang member Eldra Jackson talks about toxic masculinity. Author of Rage Becomes Her, Soraya Chemaly, asks why men are allowed to be angry while women are not.
(Photo: A stock image of an angry woman, Credit: Getty Images)
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