Title: How Feminism Works | HowStuffWorks
Headings: How Feminism Works
How Feminism Works
Origins of Feminism
Feminism's Many Definitions
First-wave Feminism -- The Suffrage Movement
Suffragist vs. Suffragette
Between Feminist Waves
Men and Feminism
Second-wave Feminism
Schisms Within Feminism
Other Feminisms
Feminism's Identity Crisis
Feminism FAQ
What exactly is feminism?
When was the first wave of feminism?
What is the main idea of feminism?
How do you define feminism?
When did feminism start in the U.S.?
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Content: It seeks to eliminate the social, cultural and legal barriers between men and women. Its goal is to create a truly egalitarian society. Beyond that, the waters grow murkier. Feminist factions disagree sometimes on what constitutes equality -- whether it's sexual freedom, career advancement or something else. Some people who label themselves feminists perceive that battle for equality as over and done with; others still view society as rife with patriarchal restrictions. Recently, a debate has stirred over whether feminism has become outdated as term and should even be used at all. ­So is feminism today a potent force for change? Or is it the "f-word," spit out like a bitter seed? By examining its unifying philosophies and causes, as well as the schisms within the movement, we can properly evaluate and answer those questions.