A similar sentiment is articulated by Lisa Jervis, cofounding editor of the third-wave feminist magazine Bitch: “Gender isn’t always the primary mode of analysis. . . . Anti-poverty work, international human-rights work, and labor are all issues that are feminist issues, but they aren’t all about women” (Rowe-Finkbiner, 2004, p. 34).
Reflect on the arguments put forth by intersectional feminists. Do you agree or disagree with what they advocate? Specifically, consider the following questions in your journal prompt:
What do you think motivates intersectional feminists to broaden their focus from “women’s issues” to socialjustice?
What do you Black Feminist believe as it relates to intersectionality?
What might be some of the implications, both negative and positive, of turning feminists’ attention from “women’s issues” to socialjustice?
By expanding the bounds of feminism and moving beyond “women’s issues,” do you think feminism could become more appealing to men? Why or why not?
What issues should intersectional scholars and activists focus on? Whatdecision criteria should guide their focus?
If feminists focus on social justice broadly construed, is the term feminism necessary? Is feminism still a legitimate social movement/area ofscholarship?