It is, precisely, feminist and anti-racist politics that…
““It is, precisely, feminist and anti-racist politics that shield and allow powerful men to run roughshod over women, perpetrating inconceivable acts of violence behind the veneer of allyship.””
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Feminist and anti‑racist politics can be co‑opted to protect oppressive power structures
In simple terms: Politics can be used to hide violence
Question the authenticity of allyship
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- workplace
- policy
- social movements
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What signs reveal genuine allyship?
- How to hold allies accountable?
Allyship can be performative, not substantive