13E Feminism: essential reading

Read the following articles and be prepared to discuss the questions below at the end of the lesson.

Guardian: Twitter boycott

Independent: Our generation needs to reclaim feminism

Telegraph blog: If you upset feminists, prepare for abuse

Guardian: Page 3's days may finally be numbered

1. Was the Twitter boycott an appropriate response to the online threats prominent women were receiving?
2. Should Twitter have done more in response to those threats?
3. Should young women in 2013 take an interest in feminism? Do young women need to 'reclaim' feminism?
4. Why has the internet been effective in feminist campaigns?
5. What is your opinion on page 3 of the Sun still featuring a half-naked young woman in 2013?

Homework: Answer the five questions above in detail on your blog.

Due: next Tuesday.