Re:Rational Dress Society
by pjc50 on Tuesday April 04, 2023 @04:51AM
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At the same time, various US states have introduced "anti-drag" laws to enforce gendered clothing. Intended to be used against gay men and trans women, just like the conditions that led to the Stonewall riot.
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Re:Rational Dress Society
by AlecSchueler on Tuesday April 04, 2023 @10:58AM
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Yes, that says a lot doesn't it. A man dressing like a woman is seen as inappropriately sexualused to the point that people are afraid of seeing them in public spaces. Yet women are not only allowed but expected to be dressed to be seen in this way, and given little practical alternative.
The anti drag laws are in the service of patriarchy, even though on the surface they're controlling men. Important to note that patriarchy doesn't only control or limit women.