Why Feminism Fails to Serve Those It Claims to Represent, By Author Mikki Kendall | NowThis

‘We can’t expect anyone who is already struggling to survive to make time to defend rights they already lack’ — This author says mainstream feminism continues to ignore most of the women it claims to represent, and her new book ‘Hood Feminism’ explains why.
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In US news and current events today, author Mikki Kendall wants to know why feminism continues to ignore most women it claims to represent. Listen as this writer of color gives a modern critique on mainstream feminism in her new book, ‘Hood Feminism.’

In a series of essays, Kendall gives space to would-be feminists who too often do not feel welcome in the movement at large. She also argues that issues like affordable housing, food insecurity, and police brutality are feminist issues, too.

Watch our interview with 'Hood Feminism' author Mikki Kendall to learn about intersectional feminism.

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