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“Just as the end goal of socialist revolution was not only the elimination of the economic class privilege but of the economic class distinction itself, so the end goal of feminist revolution must be, ... not just the elimination of the male privilege, but of the sex distinction itself; genital differences between human beings would no longer matter culturally.”

Quote by Shulamith Firestone

Work

The dialectic of sex: the case for feminist revolution

This book delves into the intersection of gender and society, presenting a comprehensive analysis of the patriarchal structures that underpin contemporary life. It argues for a transformative feminist revolution to address systemic inequalities and promote gender equality. more

Author

Shulamith Firestone
Shulamith Firestone

Shulamith Firestone was an American author known for her profound thoughts on women's liberation and socialism. Her works explored gender inequality and the impact of the capitalist system on women. more

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