Susan Bordo
Susan Bordo is an American feminist philosopher and cultural critic known for her work on the intersection of feminism, body image, and cultural representations of gender. She has authored several influential books, including 'Unbearable Weight: Feminism, Western Culture, and the Body,' where she critiques societal pressures on women regarding their bodies and health. Bordo explores how cultural narratives surrounding femininity and body image contribute to women's experiences of shame and self-regulation. Her scholarship has been instrumental in understanding how the wellness industry perpetuates these pressures, making her a vital voice in contemporary feminist discourse.
Born on Sep 24, 1944 (80 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Ireland | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 2,368 | $5,100 | 2$ |
| Totals | 1 | 5,030,000 | 2,368 | $5,100 | 2$ |
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Feminist philosopher Susan Bordo would argue that perpetual pressure for women to focus upon rigorously controlling their bodies is a profitable way of distracting us from bigger questions.
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