Chapter 381 Female friends are half victims and half accomplices, like everyone else.
Alice does not believe that women are the only social group that is oppressed, that black people are oppressed by white people, and that poor people are oppressed by rich people. But apart from the fact that women are always oppressed, women's oppression is not related to class or race oppression.
There is also an important distinction that women are complicit in their own conditions of oppression.
"When women begin to participate in planning the world, the world is still a man's world. Refusing to collude with men means giving up all the benefits that joining the higher class has brought to them. Men protect women materially,
Responsible for protecting the survival of the latter, women not only avoid economic dangers, but also avoid the metaphysical dangers brought by freedom: this kind of freedom must create goals in isolation. Every individual strives to establish himself as a subject, which is a kind of freedom.
Ethical aspirations, in fact, in addition to this, people also have the intention to escape freedom and become things. This is a dangerous path, because people are passive, alienated, and lost, and they will become victims of foreign will, and they will not transcend it.
Sexual separation, deprived of all value. However, this is an easy way to go, which avoids taking on the anxiety and tension of survival authentically. In this way, women play the role of accomplices.”
Alice explains in existentialist terms that women internalize the male gaze and gender expectations. They become what men expect them to be, a transcendent being trapped in immanence.
The perfect argument with rigorous logic explained a point very convincingly, that is, the opening sentence that shocked Ye Feng.
One is not born, but rather beesa woman (Women are not born, but formed.) The lecture hall was filled with cheers.
A master is a master. Ye Feng was deeply impressed by Alice's wonderful speech and couldn't help but applaud.
Compared with the previous dilemma, Ye Feng is now in a much more relaxed mood, with a charming smile always on his face.
As the only male audience present, Ye Feng was naturally favored by the speaker Alice, who then raised questions to discuss with Ye Feng.
In line with the principle of "good men are a different matter", Ye Feng responded calmly and made witty remarks.
Although most of the answers were incorrect, Ye Feng won the favor of the majority of female compatriots due to his good performance just now. They greatly appreciated Ye Feng's humorous conversation, and they applauded continuously for a while, and they were happy.
"Teacher Alice, I come here with the infinite yearning and pursuit of the truth. Therefore, I think you should answer this question. I think this is also the common aspiration of all the audience present. We very much hope that you
It can unravel the mysteries for us so that we can understand the world more deeply."
The answer was very clever. It not only returned the question to the questioner, but also flattered Alice without leaving any trace.
This male audience member who claimed to be a "loyal fan" seemed to have only a partial understanding of feminist ideas, which made Alice slightly disappointed. However, Ye Feng's humorous conversation, quick thinking, and gentle gentlemanly demeanor made Alice feel attracted to him.
Have a good impression.
With a faint smile, Alice stopped embarrassing the handsome male fan and started her speech again.
Alice describes the life course of women from birth to adulthood, and uses this to reveal the various limitations on women's ability to transcend their sexual abilities after birth.
Alice begins by describing women's childhood, evaluating how girls' toys prepare them for their future roles, and then by adolescence, when girls realize both that they are free and that their oppression leaves them with little freedom of movement.
Most of the audience present are female college students who have just finished puberty or have entered late adolescence. They have deep feelings and understanding of this issue.
The venue became extremely quiet, and the rustling sound of writing notes was like the misty spring rain when all things revived, quietly nourishing the hearts of the seedlings.
Speaking of women's adulthood, Alice selected three special examples to further explain to the audience the tragic experience of women.
"Long growth experience makes all women believe that they should strive to play the role of women. Among them, the three types of women who play the role of women most clearly are prostitutes, narcissists and mystics. Prostitutes are the absolute other
, that is, an object, but she is also an exploiter. She becomes a prostitute not only for money, but also to gain recognition of the identity of the Other he obtained from men. The narcissist cannot become a subject and cannot freely pursue his goals. She becomes
She becomes her own other, her own object. The mystic tries to commit herself to God and become one with God. She wants to be possessed rather than seeking freedom."
It is undeniable that Alice is a master speaker. She uses changes in timbre and tone to attract the audience's attention and control changes in the atmosphere of the venue.
Sounds of lamentation sounded one after another, and the atmosphere in the lecture theater was a bit depressing. Even Ye Feng, a grown man, couldn't help but look moved, lamenting the tragic experience of women.
After a moment of silence, Alice changed the topic and spoke in a high-pitched voice, awakening the audience from their meditation.
"However, in my opinion, there is nothing essential about women. Women have no innate or universal characteristics. Their identities are socially constructed. 'Women' are men who are subordinated by an ideology that determines their subordination.
Status is socially constructed. It is society that prevents women's freedom and transcendence. Therefore, women's liberation requires both personal and social changes. Women must see themselves as subjects rather than objects, and must embrace their freedom.
Women also need to realize that they are a social group and live in the same oppressive environment."
As soon as the word "liberation" was uttered, the emotions of the entire audience were pushed to extremes.
The audience was talking a lot, and the Liang sisters sitting next to Ye Feng also exchanged opinions with each other.
"Mr. Ye, what are your views on women's liberation?"
Alice walked down the podium slowly and asked Ye Feng again.
Ye Feng felt a headache and felt depressed.
Alas, these are all your women's problems. You can just figure out how to solve them yourself. Why do you keep tormenting me, a grown man?
Although he had no choice but to look at Alice's expectant eyes, Ye Feng had no choice but to stand up.
"Freedom and equality are the rights that everyone deserves."
Ye Feng only told the truth, but when it reached the ears of those young girls who were in high spirits, it caused thousands of noises with one stone.
"Where there is oppression, there is resistance."
"Down with men and establish female dominance."
"Send all the bad men to the gallows."
The lecture theater was like a pot exploding, and slogans kept coming and going.
Although he knew in his heart that the girls were not targeting him, Ye Feng still felt embarrassed when he heard "what about men" one after another, and his face turned red and white.
"It seems that Mr. Ye supports women's liberation."
Alice's face was like a peach blossom, and she walked towards Ye Feng in high spirits.
"Everything in the world is equal. From this perspective, anyone who is subjected to injustice and oppression has the right to rise up and resist."
Ye Feng's words were very beautiful, but he was complaining in his heart. I dare not support him. If you dare to say no, you will definitely shout "Down with Ye Feng".
"If one day in the future, the master of this world is replaced by a woman, and women will rule everything and all men. I would like to ask Mr. Ye, do you agree with this change?"
Ye Feng blurted out without thinking, "I have no objection."
The whole place fell into silence, and all eyes were focused on Ye Feng.
Alice was extremely surprised, as if she couldn't believe her ears. She stared at Ye Feng again and again, and then said dubiously, "Mr. Ye, you really support women ruling the world."
"What's wrong with that?"
Ye Feng laughed and shrugged his shoulders coolly.
"Princes, generals, and ministers would rather have their own kind. No one is born to be a leader. The highest peaks of power in ancient and modern times, both at home and abroad, are occupied by capable people. This is true for men, and it is the same for women."
"In a modern society where male dominance is deeply rooted, Mr. Ye is so magnanimous. It is really rare and admirable."
Alice praised Ye Feng, and then asked a new question with a smile on her face.
"Mr. Ye, what we just discussed was the macro aspect. Now let's narrow the focus. For example, in daily work and life, if you are led by a woman, do you agree?"
"It's nothing." Ye Feng's tone was quite relaxed.
"There are many female leaders in the unit where I work. They are all talented and do an excellent job."
Speaking of this, Ye Feng couldn't help but think of his direct leader, Tiegang, who was known as the "Two Beauties in the World" together with Zhou Xiaoman. He was wondering if he should tell the case of Tiegang as a "female leader", and suddenly
Out of the corner of his eye, he caught a glimpse of a dazzling face.
Hey, how could I have forgotten her? How could I not make good use of such a God-given opportunity?
"In addition to the company where I work, I also know many outstanding women in my life." Ye Feng turned slightly sideways and gave Mu Ningyan an extremely bright smile.
"One of them is the president of a group company. At a young age, she took over the task to save the company from danger, and then implemented drastic reforms to revive the company and make it one of the best in the industry again. For her talent, I
I admire her from the bottom of my heart. I think that an outstanding woman like her, whether in business or politics, is a rare talent."
Mu Ningyan leaned back on the seat, raised her head and stared forward, her delicate face was calm, but the careful Ye Feng found that there was a faint smile hanging on the corner of Mu Ningyan's mouth.
The magical skill of flattery is really amazing, even the misty fairies who do not eat the fireworks of the world are not exempt from it. Seeing how much Mu Ningyan is taking advantage of it, Ye Feng is also very proud in his heart.
"Hey, handsome guy, are you willing to be led by a woman at home?"
"Hehe, I guess he must be."
"This handsome guy doesn't look like a henpeck."
"It doesn't matter if you don't. You can slowly train him to be a strict wife."
Several little girls sitting behind Ye Feng were talking about it. Fortunately, Alice was not as gossipy as these little girls. She was very satisfied with Ye Feng's answer, nodded with a smile, and quickly returned to the podium.
Ye Feng breathed a long sigh of relief and sat down with relief.
Time passed by and the lecture gradually came to an end.
Alice summarized her views and finally proposed three strategies for women to move toward transcendence and subjectivity. “Women must work; they must pursue and participate in intellectual activities; they must work hard to change society and seek economic equality.
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As the twelve o'clock bell rang, the lecture on feminist thought that had made Ye Feng extremely tormented finally came to an end.
The little girls all rushed to the front desk, scrambling to get Alice's autograph as a souvenir.
The Liang sisters also joined the crowd of signatures. Ye Feng put his notebook into his bag and was about to say hello to Mu Ningyan, but he was stopped by a little girl.
The little girl had short ear-length hair and a pair of black-rimmed glasses on her round face. Ye Feng recognized this little girl. She had cheered for Ye Feng before, and Ye Feng was also grateful to her.
"Little sister, do you have a problem with me?"
"My name is Du Juan, and I am the president of the Tianjing University Girls' Association."
The little girl pushed up her black-rimmed glasses and introduced herself generously.
"Mr. Ye, we would like to invite you to join the Girls' Federation. This is your honorary certificate. From today on, you will be an honorary member of our Girls' Federation."
Du Juan took out a certificate of honor from her schoolbag and put it into Ye Feng's hand without any explanation.
Looking at the large gilt characters on the red cover, Ye Feng smiled happily. "Thank you, thank you."
"Mr. Ye, you are the first and only male member of our girls' association since its establishment. Hehe, you can participate in all activities held in the association in the future. Such as reading clubs, speech contests, and masquerade parties
, girls whisper..."
Ye Feng was flattered and kept thanking him.
"Du Juan, has Mr. Ye agreed to join the meeting?"
"I agreed, come quickly."
"Yeah, today is the big day for the girls' association."
"Hehe, everyone line up and take a group photo."
A group of little girls rushed over and surrounded Ye Feng.
"Mr. Ye, smile more handsomely and brightly. Yes, that's it. Hehe, you open the certificate and hold it in front of your chest. OK, everyone smiles. One, two, three, eggplant!"
Click, a little girl wearing a baseball cap clicked the shutter.
Ye Feng held up the certificate of honor with a smile and accompanied the little girls from the Girls Association to take one photo after another.
Xu Lu walked over with a file bag. When she saw Ye Feng being surrounded by little girls taking pictures, she couldn't help but stop and watch. Suddenly, Xu Lu hugged the file bag and lay on the desk laughing.
"Boss, look at that certificate. It's so funny."
Then, Mu Ningyan also covered her small mouth and laughed.
Seeing the two people smiling happily, Ye Feng hurriedly lowered his head to look at the certificate of honor in his hand.
On the huge certificate of honor, there are two words that are most conspicuous.
One place is handwritten in large black characters, Classmate Ye Feng.
Another place is printed in pink, Friends of Women.