So most of you are well aware that this blog used to be where Sweet and I would rant on about issues that irk us, our pet peeves and what not. One common recurring topic would be feminism, I can proudly and unashamedly say that I am a feminist, I feel very disheartened at the stereotyping that it has undergone, detracting away from the fact that the word at it heart simply promotes equality between genders. There are so many inadvertent feminists out there (thank you) and it is about time for change. Emma Watson may just be the top girl crush of the moment with her UN speech that has unsurprisingly gone viral (you go girl!). It is just a little sad to see the negative reaction with the threats of nude photos being leaked, can we please take one step forward and not have to risk taking two steps backwards. At the very least, the rumoured photos did incite more women to come forward in support of gender equality and it did highlight how misogyny can be so entrenched as to compel some people into making women feel insecure and belittled.
Some word for thought
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