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What’s the difference between left- and right-wing feminism?

Posted on 20 January 2012 by feminismfortories

I’m a left-leaning Tory – a One Nation type with much in common with our Liberal Democrat friends. But what makes me a Tory feminist? (Besides the fact that I’m not a socialist and I’m more cautious than radical in … Continue reading →

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A bad law for the burqa

Posted on 20 September 2011 by feminismfortories

Last spring, France banned full face veils in all public places.  Much as I oppose the burqa, I didn’t support a ban.  This ban was designed to protect the state, not women. This article in the Guardian this morning reports … Continue reading →

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Should the Topman t-shirts be banned?

Posted on 19 September 2011 by feminismfortories

The Telegraph wonders why “feminists are getting their knickers in a twist” over the Topman t-shirts.  These are the t-shirts are the ones which say “Nice new girlfriend: what breed is she?” and “I’m sorry, but…” followed by a list … Continue reading →

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