Word: genderism
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...Sandman: Season of Mists by Neil Gaiman and various (Vertigo; 1994) This particular volume of Neil Gaiman's extremely popular "Sandman" series best exemplifies why it crosses boundaries of genre and gender appeal. When handed the keys to hell, Morpheus, the king of Dreams, contends with his immortal siblings - including punky sister Death - as well as characters from mythology, literature and history...
Focusing attention on her gender has practically become the foundation of Moseley Braun’s campaign. In early August, when addressing the need for a new investment in schools and the environment, she went so far as to imply that only a woman could solve these problems. “Women tend to be oriented to practical solutions,” she said. “If you want practical solutions that solve multiple problems, turn the job over to a woman...
Moseley Braun’s approach results in the contradiction of simultaneously espousing gender equality and gender discrimination. Being female has become the focal point of her campaign, and her legitimacy as a candidate is overshadowed by her relentless gender politicking. She claims to be a role model for young women who want to become involved in politics, but by relying on antiquated gender stereotypes to promote her own candidacy, she only perpetuates the gender distinction. Her campaign rhetoric implicitly suggests that when it comes to politics, voters ought to consider the sex of the candidate. This is a stance...
...children. The men have done it, and what do we have?” If a male candidate argued he would be more effective than a woman in Iraq because of his natural inclination for aggression, he would be eaten alive by feminist groups. By using her gender as a political tool, Moseley Braun is being equally insulting...
...time using her campaign as a crusade for the political advancement of women. While female political equality is certainly a worthy cause—one I care about deeply myself—this should not be the central focus of her presidential platform. By ceaselessly distinguishing herself by her gender rather than her positions, she damages her own candidacy and undermines the legitimacy of other women who choose to run for president in the future...