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Creating A Progressive Commonwealth: Women Activists, Feminism, And The Politics Of Social Change In Virginia, 1970S2000S (Maki
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Building Upon The Work Of Late Twentiethcentury Scholars In The Field Of Feminist Studies, Megan Taylor Shockley Provides An Indepth Look At Feminism In The Modern U.S. South. Shockley Challenges The Monolithic View Of The Region As A Conservative Bastion And Argues That Feminist Advocates Have Provided Crucial Social Progressive Force, Particularly In Virginia, Between 1970 And 2010. An Innovative Study, Creating A Progressive Commonwealth Illustrates How Feminists In The State Challenged The Traditional Patriarchal System And Engaged Directly With The Legislature Through Grassroots Educational Efforts On Three Major Initiatives: Passage Of The Equal Rights Amendment, Protection Of Abortion Rights, And Pursuit Of Legal And Social Rights For Survivors Of Domestic And Sexual Violence.Shockley Suggests That Advocates For Gender Equality Fundamentally Changed Virginia, Improving The States Support For Women Both Personally And Professionally As Well As Fostering An Environment More Conducive To Additional Progressive Reform. In Sharing The Stories Of These Activists, The Author Discusses Their Initial Choices To Participate In The Movement, The Challenges They Faced In Promoting A Progressive Agenda, As Well As Their Successes And Failures. Throughout, Shockley Emphasizes The Need For Scholars To Look Beyond The History Of State Legislatures In Order To Fully Understand The Nature Of Southern Progressivism And Feminism.Using Both Archival Sources And Oral Histories, Creating A Progressive Commonwealth Examines The Individual Women And Their Motivations As They Battled Recalcitrant Legislators And Conservative Citizens To Achieve Social Reforms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Creating a Progressive Commonwealth'? A: The book examines the role of women activists and feminist movements in Virginia from the 1970s to 2000s, challenging the perception of the South as a conservative region.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author is Megan Taylor Shockley, who builds upon previous scholarship in feminist studies to explore social change in Virginia.
- Q: What are the key topics discussed in the book? A: Key topics include the passage of the Equal Rights Amendment, protection of abortion rights, and legal rights for survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
- Q: How does the author support her arguments? A: Shockley uses archival sources and oral histories to illustrate the experiences and motivations of women activists in Virginia.
- Q: What is the book's publication date? A: The book was published on December 5, 2018.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover format and contains 288 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, it provides in-depth analysis and historical context, making it suitable for academic research in feminist studies and Southern history.
- Q: Does the book include personal stories of activists? A: Yes, the book shares personal stories of women who participated in the feminist movement, highlighting their challenges and successes.
- Q: What is the significance of the book in understanding Southern feminism? A: It emphasizes the need to look beyond legislative history to understand the nature of southern progressivism and women's activism.
- Q: Can this book be used as a resource for gender studies? A: Absolutely, it offers valuable insights into the evolution of feminist thought and activism in Virginia and the broader U.S. South.