SOCL 2001 Chapter : SOCL 2001 Chapter 8
Document Summary
Sexual desires, preferences, identities, and behaviors. Related more to social status than biology can convince those who are not to do what they want. Idea that power can be coercive in nature - often times, those with higher social standing. Idea of masculinity so dominant that it is regarded as the norm. Women and men should have equal opportunities and respect. About equality and understanding the broader structure of gender. 1960"s feminism: bra burning, violent reaction to social norms that they thought were. Inclusive movement attempting to expand it"s boundaries: equal pay, more rights for. Gender is an organizing principle of social life - goes down to core number of issues. Masculine chores: mowing the lawn, taking out the garbage, washing the car, Feminine chores: all the rest of them - cooking, cleaning, taking care of the child. Fundamental idea of family changing - both parents working, dad stays home to watch.
