Culture Wars – with Andrew Doyle

7: The misogyny of trans activism, with Julie Bindel

Nov 27, 2020
Julie Bindel, a prominent writer and women's rights campaigner, joins to discuss the intersection of trans activism and misogyny. She critiques the impact of gender-neutral language on women's identity, arguing it dismisses their unique struggles. The conversation dives into the complexities of prostitution, advocating for the Nordic model while highlighting the difference between choice and coercion. Bindel also sheds light on the rift between traditional feminism and contemporary trans narratives, emphasizing the need to refocus on women's rights in a culture increasingly hostile to dissent.
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INSIGHT

Misogyny in Language Changes

  • The replacement of terms like 'women' with vague phrases erases female biological realities.
  • This trend reflects misogyny and capitulation to extreme trans activism rather than inclusivity.
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Women as a Class

  • Women are oppressed as a class united by the fear and reality of male violence.
  • Many leftist men fail to recognize women's collective class oppression and diminish feminism accordingly.
ANECDOTE

False Blame for Tragic Death

  • Julie was falsely blamed on Twitter for the death of a trans woman who was pushed under a train.
  • This attack was quickly removed due to its libelous nature but shows the extreme hostility faced.
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