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Irish_Dem

(82,763 posts) Sat Jun 6, 2026, 04:33 PM 19 hrs ago

What is sexism and misogyny [View all]

Last edited Sat Jun 6, 2026, 06:48 PM - Edit history (1)

Sexism is a system of prejudice and discrimination based on sex or gender.

Misogyny is the outright hatred, contempt, or prejudice specifically directed at women.

In short, sexism is a broader ideology, while misogyny is a hostile behavior used to enforce it

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sexism
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Misogyny

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What is sexism and misogyny [View all] Irish_Dem 19 hrs ago OP

Yes, we women know when we are hated Walleye 19 hrs ago #1

It is becoming more prevalent than we realized. Irish_Dem 19 hrs ago #2

The boys all think they have permission to be this way. And they're extremely butt hurt about something. Walleye 19 hrs ago #3

Yes the MAGA hated of women seems to have swept into the general population. Irish_Dem 18 hrs ago #5

It was always there but it is definately more widespread now Quiet Em 18 hrs ago #7

Yes, when our leaders get away with heinous crimes against female adults and children Irish_Dem 18 hrs ago #8

Yes they are all releasing their toxic inner male power. Irish_Dem 18 hrs ago #6

We have so many young guys in this country who would do the right thing and be thoughtful Walleye 17 hrs ago #9

Exactly. This is the world the MAGA has always wanted. Irish_Dem 17 hrs ago #10

hate, in general, has become soooo common place. mopinko 18 hrs ago #4