Biology Quote by Steven Pinker
“Equity feminism is a moral doctrine about equal treatment that makes no commitments regarding open empirical issues in psychology or biology.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Better Angels of Our Nature, 2011
Equity feminism argues for equal treatment without tying it to contested scientific claims about gender differences.
In simple terms: Treat people equally, ignoring disputed biology.
Focus on fairness, not biology.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- workplace
- legal frameworks
- public discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure equal treatment while acknowledging scientific debate?
- What policies best reflect equity feminism?
May overlook biological influences on behavior.