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Proudly Feminist

By Jarin Tasnim 

Yes, I'm a feminist.
No, it doesn't mean I'm a 'bitchy dyke'.
No, it doesn't mean I think that all men are evil, selfish pigs.
No, it doesn't mean I think that women should be superior to men.
NO, I'm not a feminazi!
No, I'm not a social justice warrior.
No I don't just support women who cisgender, heterosexual, and middle class.
Yes, I believe that women and men should receive equal pay.
Yes, I believe that women should have access to an abortion or adoption.
Yes, I support trans women.
Yes, I support women of different sexualities.
Yes, I support women of different religions.
Yes, I support women from all countries.
Yes, I believe that women should pay in a date if she wants to.
Yes, cheerleading is a sport, makeup is a form of art and being a mom is a full time job.
Yes, I believe that a guy can wear dresses or skirts or makeup if he likes.
Yes, I believe men can be homemakers.
Yes, I'm aware that men can be raped or sexually abused; and I know it's wrong.
No, there's nothing wrong if a guy cries and there's no such thing 'like a girl'.
Yes, I know books like Twilight and Fifty Shades of Grey set back feminism, along with romanticizing abusive relationships.
Yes, I feel that girls should not be shamed for what they choose to wear.
Yes, a girl can be independent and not need a guy.
And YES, feminism means equity between genders, NOT being sexist.
Pizza roles guys, not gender roles.