“Marxism teaches that exploitation and degradation somehow produce resistance and revolution. It's been hard to say why. What I've learned from women's experience with sexuality is that exploitation and degradation produce grateful complicity in exchange for survival. They produce self-loathing to the point of extinction of self, and it is respect for self that makes resistance conceivable.”
Quote by Catharine MacKinnon
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Feminism Unmodified: Discourses on Life and Law
This book delves into the theoretical and practical aspects of feminism, analyzing its impact on law and society. It explores the evolution of feminist thought and its application in legal contexts. more
Author
Catharine MacKinnon
Catharine MacKinnon is a distinguished lawyer and feminist scholar recognized for her work on women's rights and sexual harassment law. Born on October 7, 1946, she has made significant contributions to the legal and academic fields, particularly in advocating for gender equality and challenging patriarchal norms. more
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