Essays on Socialist Feminism

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Iran and Turkey are predominantly Islamic countries. Women since time immemorial share the same sentiments of male domination and severe violence and non-participation. On the other hand, both countries have women’s movements that are still in place up to this day. Both of the movements have ebbs and flows but they were able to withstand the wrath of patriarchy, and most importantly, they were able to fight back. From being marginalized and subjected to state fascism, women in Iran and Turkey are now enjoying some of the fruits of the long-running women’s movements. Their dreams of ...

Section 1: "Introduction: Performing The Digital Body -- A Ghost Story" by Theresa M. Senft

Senft introduces the internet era interactions with a resounding “connection between the internet, contemporary feminism and theories of performance.” She introduces the dilemma faced by feminists in describing what a “body” is and what it is not. With a lot of digital communication and devices around, traditional definitions are taking on new meanings. Efforts to bring the “more natural “animal” body” meaning has been faced with criticism, as some people view this as bringing back the meanings that denying some people their human rights. The new “body” is faced with challenges as questions of whether cyborgs can contract AIDS, and how ...

Definition of Cyborg and Overview

When defining a cyborg, one has to understand that as a metaphor, a cyborg cannot be bound by singular descriptions founded on natural truths. Defining a cyborg should take into consideration the fact that it should not fit within the ancient western mythologies since it is not made of earth and will never return to it. Therefore, since the cyborg is outside of this structure, it is either gender neutral or genderless altogether. It should not crave for parental love or have the urge to be completed by a mate. Therefore, a cyborg refers to a fictitious and cybernetic organism that is a blending of machine ...