Maiden Mother Matriarch with Louise Perry Feminism Beyond Left and Right - Holly Lawford-Smith | Maiden Mother Matriarch Episode 153
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Jul 13, 2025 In a thought-provoking discussion, Holly Lawford-Smith, a philosopher and author from the University of Melbourne, explores her book 'Feminism Beyond Left and Right.' She challenges the traditional left-right divide in feminism, advocating for a broader understanding of women's rights. Key topics include the complexities of feminism's legacy, the tensions surrounding gender identity, and the impact of political tribalism. Lawford-Smith also delves into the role of religion in feminist discourse, particularly within Mormonism, pushing for inclusivity and nuanced conversations.
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Phyllis Schlafly as Feminist
- Phyllis Schlafly, though she wouldn't call herself a feminist, did extensive work advocating for women's interests from a difference feminist perspective.
- She was a political thorn in the side of leftist feminists and mobilized many women with her clear conception of women's good.
Pluralistic Feminism Defined
- Feminism can be pluralistic, including different and even conflicting views like sameness and difference feminism.
- The boundary between feminism and anti-feminism blurs when different conceptions of women's good diverge significantly.
Left-Right Spectrum is Fluid
- The traditional left-right political spectrum fails to consistently define positions across time and geography.
- Contemporary left-right distinctions often revolve around beliefs about egalitarianism and social hierarchies rather than consistent ideologies.