How do we reconcile the imperfections of feminism with all the good it can do? In truth, feminism is flawed because it is a movement powered by people and people are inherently flawed. For whatever reason, we hold feminism to an unreasonable standard where the movement must be everything we want and must always make the best choices. When feminism falls short of our expectations, we decide the problem is with feminism rather than with the flawed people who act in the name of the movement.
Feminism, like any social movement, is shaped by the imperfections of humanity. It is often criticized for its shortcomings, but such critiques can be unfair since it emerges from a group of individuals who are inherently flawed. People expect feminism to meet every ideal and deliver perfect outcomes, leading to disappointment when it fails to align with those expectations. This situation reveals the unreasonable standards often imposed on the movement.
Rather than recognizing that the faults lie in the individuals within the movement, many blame feminism itself for not fulfilling its promises. This perspective overlooks the positive contributions of feminism and the progress it has made. Embracing the imperfections of feminism allows for a more realistic approach, acknowledging that while it may not be perfect, it still serves a crucial role in advocating for equality and justice.
