Bolshevism Quote by Wendy Z. Goldman
““Unlike modern feminists, who argue for a redivision of household tasks within the family, increasing men's share of domestic responsibilities, Bolshevik theorists sought to transfer housework to the public sphere.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Politics of Gender in the Soviet Union by Wendy Z. Goldman, 1993
Bolshevik theorists aimed to move domestic labor from private homes to communal institutions, unlike modern feminist calls for shared chores within families.
In simple terms: They wanted housework handled publicly, not just shared at home.
Key Takeaway
Consider how public policies can reshape gendered labor.
Themes
gender
politics
labor
public sphere
history
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
theoretical
historical
When to use this quote
- policy design
- urban planning
- social services
- community kitchens
- public childcare
Key Concepts
socialist theory
gender roles
collectivism
Questions to Reflect On
- How could communal services change daily life?
- What obstacles exist for public domestic support?
A Different Perspective
Implementation faces resistance from entrenched private‑family norms.
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