2010s Pop Feminism: A Painful Look Back

October 3, 2023 5:50 AM

"We've changed the culture by any measure conceivable. And yet things are the worst they've been in my entire life. And they don't seem to be getting better." Lily Alexandre reflects on the feminism of her high school years and what it did - and didn't - change. [SLYT] [Sources]
posted by clawsoon (3 comments total)

I do remember a much more bleak 2010s than the author, but this is a well-written essay.

It s a good comment on the limits of centering communications strategy over other aspects of social movement, like building power and capacity
posted by eustatic at 7:37 AM on October 3, 2023

I started this but didn't really have enough free time in my work day to wrap it up. Will try to do so at some point. Thanks for posting.
posted by TheKaijuCommuter at 11:46 AM on October 3, 2023

fantastic essay, thank you for posting it.

It spoke to a lot of what I have been thinking about lately. At what level or sphere I want to apply my efforts. More towards direct care and aid within my family and friend network, less towards over-arching social justice issues. I'm grateful for what I learned during that era, and my hunger for action has directed me to where I am today.
posted by rebent at 9:18 PM on October 3, 2023