Monday, January 5, 2015

Leighton Meester Can Correctly Answer Feminist Question

Days after Kaley Cuoco threw feminists under the bus, Leighton Meester was asked the same question by a radio interviewer. The Daily Mail reports that when asked whether or not she considered herself a feminist, she responded, "Yeah, it shouldn't be some sort of sensational news item. It's something that I think all people should say about themselves."
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  1. ladybausJanuary 5, 2015 at 8:23 AM

    I love Leighton and she is not an attention whore like Kaley CooCoo.

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    1. ladybausJanuary 5, 2015 at 8:24 AM

      and I agree----why is every female celeb asked if they are a feminist these days???????

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    2. auntliddyJanuary 5, 2015 at 1:27 PM

      Dereck, good point. Shouldnt we just assume everyone thinks men and women are equal in the eyes of the law? Actually, its a good thing, its provoking conversation as to what a feminist is. As in it hss nothing to do with housekeeping or cooking or childcare, it has to do with equal treatment of women under the law. Period.

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    3. DelphineJanuary 5, 2015 at 1:40 PM

      I think they are asked because most of them don't understand the question resulting in a good quote of their stupidity

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    4. UnknownJanuary 5, 2015 at 4:49 PM

      They're being asked because of the Sony leak. Men are being paid more than women. It made many sit up and take notice. Including my 21 year old daughter.

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    5. SugarTitzJanuary 5, 2015 at 11:15 PM

      With all due respect. . I didn't think the Sony leak exposed the pay gap disparity as an eye opener to anyone unless they just live in a black whole..

      When have women ever got paid remotely equal to women
      the fact the people are shocked Shocked that women are paid less just shows everyone still believes in Santa Claus

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    6. SugarTitzJanuary 5, 2015 at 11:16 PM

      To men.. women getting paid equal to men...

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  2. VIPblondeJanuary 5, 2015 at 8:26 AM

    Good for Leighton! Anyone else buy her album? It's pretty good!

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  3. Now!January 5, 2015 at 8:27 AM

    First of all, I'm about as interested in Blair Waldorf's political opinions as I am in Sean Penn's, which is not very much. Secondly, the idea that 'all people should' anything is a nonsense statement; whatever happened to multiculturalism and diversity? Thirdly, insisting on the word 'feminism' as opposed to 'gender equality' always rubs me the wrong way: it reminds me of when words like 'mankind' and phrases like 'man vs. nature' were supposed to apply to women too. This concludes today's lecture.

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    1. Sophie HeleneJanuary 5, 2015 at 9:11 AM

      I somehow agree. One of my biggest pet peeve is putting undue importance on the political opinions of cultural figures like actors and singers. What do they know? Why does their opinion matter more than others'? It's not like their lives and success are based on the sophistication of their intellect or on spending hours becoming more informed.
      I like the word "feminism", I find it more hard hitting than "gender equality". It goes straight to the point, and most people can immediately refer to the inequalities women have suffered.
      That said if I recall correctly you are also a translator, so I can understand how certain words can "rub the wrong way" as we are so often called to make choices on them and not take them lightly.

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    2. Now!January 5, 2015 at 9:22 AM

      Thanks, Sophie Helene. I just think the 'f' word has too much baggage at this point...and that it tends to either close out men or paint them as oppressors. Men need gender equality so they can be themselves instead of trying to live up to a stereotype of what a man should be.

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    3. MinPinGirlJanuary 5, 2015 at 7:25 PM

      When I hear the word feminist, I immediately think of Gloria Steinem and burning your bra. I prefer the words gender equality, because it sounds more current AND with gay and trans individuals being more recognized, we need to widen our definition of workplace (gender) inequality.

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  4. UnknownJanuary 5, 2015 at 9:07 AM

    I didn't say anything at the time the Kaley thing was posted a couple of days ago, but I don't understand the vitriol toward her. If she doesn't label herself as a feminist, that's fine. If Meester does, that's fine. Don't identify yourself as something you are not.

    Now, I think that Kaley's definition of feminist was a little superficial. She believes that feminists don't enjoy cooking and taking care of her family, etc. But this is what she knows. She doesn't understand the scope of the problem that existed before she was born. A lot of the heavy lifting was accomplished decades before she was born.

    I think perhaps part of the problem with feminism is the bruised image that it has now. The radical groups that hate men, declare any & all sex is rape, men and women are exactly the same in every way, yada, yada, yada have turned feminism and equality into a bitch bucket. It turns people off in such a way that the real issues don't get fair consideration. It happens in all sorts of 'causes' and it's happened to this one.

    Cuoco doesn't categorize herself as a feminist. Meester does. If we want equality for all, shouldn't one have the freedom to identify him/herself according to what they believe? Why should any of us demand that a woman declare herself a feminist or think she is an idiot if she does not?

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  5. Its just UJanuary 5, 2015 at 9:11 AM

    Why is every young actress asked the question? It's loaded to either make them look militant or stupid.
    I think she handled it perfectly though.

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  6. ladybausJanuary 5, 2015 at 9:17 AM

    Feminism is about equal rights. So saying you are not a feminist is like saying you do not believe in gender equality. Let alone how women are treated in other parts of the world. and Kaley brings home the bacon in her relationship and frys it up. She is not a feminist because she is a doormat. Seriously---what does her man do all day?

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    1. Now!January 5, 2015 at 9:27 AM

      I don't know about Kaley, but I believe in gender equality and I wouldn't call myself a feminist. For me, feminism means 'women first' or 'women have suffered so much in the past that it's the girls' turn now.' I think that's unnecessarily divisive. I think the way forward involves creating structures where everyone can live the life they're best suited for - as students, workers, parents, and individuals, regardless of gender. Women and men have to work on that together.

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    2. UnknownJanuary 5, 2015 at 10:23 AM

      That's literally the definition of feminism.

      noun
      1.the doctrine advocating social, political, and all other rights of women equal to those of men.

      2.(sometimes initial capital letter) an organized movement for the attainment of such rights for women.

      Nothing about anyone suffering or women first.

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  7. msgirlJanuary 5, 2015 at 9:38 AM

    I don't understand how the word feminism has gotten such a negative connotation. It simply means equality for women. That women have the choice to do what they want. As someone who grew up during the feminist revolution, it alarms me. Gender equality is the same as feminism.

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  8. Lady HeisenbergJanuary 5, 2015 at 9:49 AM

    But has anyone asked Ja Rule?! Where is JA RULE?!

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  9. UnknownJanuary 5, 2015 at 11:01 AM

    Right on, Tabby. People need to read the definition and be aware that some of the stereotypes associated with feminism are not in any way an actual reflection of the ethos.

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    1. ticklemyfancyJanuary 5, 2015 at 12:27 PM

      Seconded

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    2. Murphy Brown 2020January 5, 2015 at 1:27 PM

      Thirded

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    3. UnknownJanuary 5, 2015 at 1:43 PM

      Thanks y'all. It drives me crazy when people, especially women, say things like that. I wish people would educate themselves before they make themselves look very foolish.

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  10. audreyJanuary 5, 2015 at 4:40 PM

    I believe in Human rights above all, but classify myself as a feminist. I too do not get why journalists suddenly have taken to asking one and all about whether they are or are not a feminist, but the answers have indeed been entertaining, and oh so misleading. Has anyone approached the K Klan with this question yet?

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  11. MinPinGirlJanuary 5, 2015 at 7:39 PM

    I would never ask most actors opinions on political candidates or government policy and expect an intelligent, well informed, educated answer. These so called journalists are just trying to stir the pointless pot of controversy by asking celebs about feminism. Just stick to asking them about things they know about. It's not like Kaley is a spokesperson for women's rights. It would be different if you were talking to Susan Sarandon, Anette BenIng or Meryl Streep.

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  12. AoifeJanuary 5, 2015 at 8:49 PM

    We live in a society where the Kartrashians are at the top of what is really a rather dubious heap.

    The word feminist is loaded with a lot of negatives. Gender equality is a better term in my opinion. I would rather say I'm for that.

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