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Don't Be a Feminist
248 pages, 2022
economics & politics
987 booksBryan Caplan is a professor of economics at George Mason University and the bestselling author of several books including Open Borders, The Myth of the Rational Voter, Selfish Reasons to Have More Kids, and The Case Against Education.
His latest book combines an all-new piece, "Don't Be a Feminist: A Letter to My Daughter," with the very best of his EconLog writings on the virtue -- and perversion -- of justice. In his title essay, Caplan challenges conventional wisdom by arguing that we treat women less fairly than men. Men predominate at both ends of society -- at the top as well as at the bottom. Performance gaps are responsible for this result rather than unfairness toward women.
Feminism succeeds because it is false: society cares more when women suffer than when men do. Much more so . Later essays debunk woke movements as Orwellian programs of uniformity; in contrast, free markets foster genuine justice by rewarding employers who put bigotry aside.
Bryan Caplan invites readers to explore the concept of feminism in a new light. He challenges the common misconceptions and stereotypes associated with the movement, encouraging readers to research and understand the true meaning of feminism.
Caplan emphasizes the importance of individuality. He suggests that instead of blindly following any ideology, including feminism, one should look into their own beliefs and values. This book encourages readers to think independently and critically.
Don't Be a Feminist isn't just about women. Caplan also explores the role of men in feminism. He encourages men to see how they can contribute to the movement and promote gender equality.
Caplan digs into the impact of feminism on society. He discusses how the movement has influenced various aspects of life, from politics to culture, and encourages readers to check how these changes have shaped the world we live in today.
In Don't Be a Feminist, Caplan doesn't just look at the past and present of feminism. He also explores its future, encouraging readers to think about how they can contribute to the movement's growth and evolution.