PHILOS 2G03 Lecture 6: Lecture 6 – Murray and Eastwood
31 Mar 2018
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All occurred in a wide social and political context. When we analyze cases of these, we have to look behind the scenes. The change is also brought about by education and legal institutions. Therefore, political resistance also means education and law: they are affective because they teach us something about perseverance, change = a never ending process. Included segregation in public transportation, schools, public restaurants, etc. Started in 1870"s and lasted until the 1950"s. Ruling in brown v. board of education: had finally ruled that segregation was unconstitutional. Problems arose about women"s difference from men. Highlighting the flexibility of the law and its interpretation/application. Racial and sexual discrimination have both subtle and explicit manifestations based off of myths about the group in question. Aligned with ideas put forth by anna julia cooper. Authors disregard class and gender, must be relegated to recognize humanity. Shift from understanding special considerations to functional attributes .
