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... 3) Bornstein explores the notion that gender classifications should not be the only way a person can reflect who they are. ... Gender norms inhibit both men and women alike. It stifiles an idividuals growth in terms of discovering a personal identity, not to mention, it perpetuates social inequality based soley on gender.
According to Bornstein, social inequality derived from the binary system is due to the gender/identity/power hierarchy. "This makes gender, identity, and power each functions of each other, inextricably woven in the web of our culture beneath an attractive tapestry called the bipolar gender system"(Bornstein,pg. ... Gender norms perpetuate inequality in terms of political power, and social resources such as acess to health care, education, and employment. ...
Not only does the pyramid opress women, and minorities, but it restrains gender roles in society.
Approximate Word count = 673
Approximate Pages = 2.7
(250 words per page double spaced)
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