What are disadvantages to the term “feminism” as used over the past century? Why do you think Bonnie Smith and others use this term, despite its disadvantages?
What is “theory-making” and why is it essential in women’s studies, according to some? Do you agree? Why or why not?
Contrast “gender essentialism” with an anti-racist feminist perspective.
Outline connections between gender and race oppression, and opposition to oppression, for Aboriginal women in Canada.
Outline some criticisms of second-wave feminism from a third-wave feminist perspective, and vice versa.
