Acid Horizon The Roots of 'Gender-Critical' Fascism: White Supremacy, Reactionary Feminism, and the Far Right
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Jun 29, 2025 Join Alex Charnley and Michael Richmond, co-authors of 'Fascism and the Women's Cause', as they dive into the murky waters of feminism's complex history. They reveal how certain strands of white feminism have historically aligned with far-right movements, from the suffragettes to the KKK. The conversation critiques the dangerous crossovers between liberalism, transphobia, and today’s so-called 'gender-critical' movements, calling for a feminism that truly opposes fascism and champions inclusivity.
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Spectrum of Feminist Politics
- Feminism includes a spectrum of political movements, including liberal, Marxist, and fascist tendencies.
- Liberal feminism's ties to white supremacy ease the transition to fascism within feminist politics.
Women's KKK Civil Society Role
- The women's Ku Klux Klan was a pervasive, organized part of civil society in early 20th century America.
- It had a complex class composition and commercial operations, including insurance and religious ties.
Liberal Gender-Critical Feminism's Role
- Liberal gender-critical feminism plays an essential role in modern fascist projects, often appearing respectable and protective.
- This respectable facade helps organize and legitimize state-level transphobia and racial capitalism.