Feminist what would it take for you to admit that you were wrong?

Question

First let me say that I’m a man that was raised by a single mother so I have no doubts about women’s strength or intelligence, I also believe in the ideals of feminism, what I don’t really care for is today’s so called practice of them. I believe that any member of a movement should believe in that movement, but they should also occasionally question the actions and beliefs of that movement along with their own. If a member does not do this they run the risk of becoming a fanatic. Have you ever questioned your beliefs? Perhaps more importantly can you tolerate anyone else questioning your beliefs? When it comes to your movement is there a limit to your support? What is that limit? If you truly are not a fanatic then you should be able to debate your stances when it comes to a movement, at the very least you should be able to answer one question. So I ask you what would it take for you to admit that you were wrong in your support of feminism

Answer 1

Anyone who holds beliefs they try to prevent being criticised holds nothing of any worth.

EVERYONE is open to criticism, that's the only way we can further gain knowledge. Only fools validate their own convictions while ignoring others.

Answer 2

Not every feminist is not a hardcore man hater- if fact I doubt any are. MEN deserve as much women and WOMEN deserve as much as men.  I can recognize problems that exist in our society, such as, violence against women, less pay women recieve for the same jobs, and double standards. We could never live in a perfect world but somethings are worth trying to fix. Feminism means something different to me- just respecting myself and seeking the best for me. Guess what I'm practicing it!!!! That's all it ever was.

Answer 3

"Wrong" about what?

Kid, you were only born yesterday.  You know nothing.

Answer 4

I have revised my views on a couple of things after gathering the right information. As long as it's factually supported, I can handle criticism.

Answer 5

I am not a feminist, I am a woman.  It seems we believe the same things so I do not understand your question.  You can ask this of women here, but in turn, we can ask the same of you.  Have you questioned your beliefs, are you willing to listen and why should we not support equal rights for all when you claim that you do.

Answer 6

I don't understand why so many instantly think all men want to be superior and control women.  Maybe I am naive.  

Answer 7

Men like you can't handle women having equal rights so what would it take for you to become an equalist.

Answer 8

Why sure, if presented with compelling arguments. I am always willing to listen to reason. And there are some things people do in the name of feminism that just drive me crazy, like that whole business of claiming "Men at Work" signs are sexist.  

Answer 9

Hmm...my problem with this question is that it is so vague. What do you believe to be wrong with feminism? Or, I should say, what aspects do you dislike in feminism? Right now, I don't have anything to discuss with you, because sure, I can say that there are probably aspects of feminism I don't agree with, but quite frankly, I can't think of anything off of the top of my head. Where's the beef?

Answer 10

My sentiments exactly. There is always room for criticism, even of your own positions (or at least there should be).

Too many people accept the arguments of other people without bothering to think them through and ask if they measure up.

Answer 11

I know there are some issues within feminism, like fighting over signs.

Somehow i missed the point on that one.

Your missing a huge issue here....feminism is HUGE...and the beliefs vary drastically from feminist type and from feminist to feminist.   So much so that feminist will debate and argue among ourselves.

So will I stand and say every single thing done in the "feminist" name is right?  No I dont agree with them all....will I though out being a feminist b/c of a few wrongs No.

Answer 12

Wrong about what, Epic? I am not sure your question has any meaning for any well rounded, open-minded woman, feminist or not.

Why do any of us, such as myself, still even use the label "feminist"? Because I do, and you say you do, believe in the principles that brought the movement in the first place. What I am not is a man hater, or L*****n, or inconsiderate to men's feelings or rights, against fathers, et. al.

So, not sure what I am wrong about... but I sure recognize that I am human and make mistakes. And as long as you don't hate me for it, we are all good.

Answer 13

What a dips**t