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A Platonic Alternative to Neoliberal Feminism

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  • Yuxuan Xue

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Coming after two previous waves of feminism, neoliberal feminism has emerged in the public arena with strategies such as empowerment and self-choice. Situated at the intersection of the commodity economy, differentiated goods, and consumerism, this form of feminism encourages women to compete for power and status in economic terms. While it seems popular with many women, neoliberal feminism may have the potential to exacerbate internal divisions and gender antagonism while ignoring the original purpose of women’s quest for affirmative action. Using a theoretical approach derived from Plato’s thought, I discuss in this paper the role of economic competition in the neoliberal transformation of gender issues into a class issue. Such a transformation, I argue, could undermine the position of women by consigning them to an endless struggle for economic success.

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  • Yuxuan Xue, 2023. "A Platonic Alternative to Neoliberal Feminism," Academic Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, Richtmann Publishing Ltd, vol. 12, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjz:ajisjr:2422
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.36941/ajis-2023-0089
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