History of Feminism - Early Feminism
People and activists who discussed or advanced women's equality prior to the existence of the feminist movement are sometimes labeled protofeminist. Some scholars, however, criticize this term's usage. Some argue that it diminishes the importance of earlier contributions, while others argue that feminism does not have a single, linear history as implied by terms such as protofeminist or postfeminist.
Around 24 centuries ago Plato, according to Elaine Hoffman Baruch, "[argued] for the total political and sexual equality of women, advocating that they be members of his highest class, ... those who rule and fight".
Post a Comment