When feminism falls short of our expectations, we decide th… - Roxane Gay

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When feminism falls short of our expectations, we decide the problem is with feminism rather than with the flawed people who act in the name of the movement.

Roxane Gay

Bad Feminist: Essays · August 5, 2014 Verified in 1 source Sign up to see the complete provenance

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Roxane Gay (born October 15, 1974) is an American writer, professor, editor, and commentator.

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Alternative Names: Roxanne Gay

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