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People used to ask me, as a self-identified feminist, if I knew what "feminist" problems Disney movies had. I sensed there were issues but couldn't put my finger on exactly what. This blog is all ten of my fingers attempting to discuss how Disney stories and imagery can be both groundbreaking and problematic.

What is feminism? For me, it's an examination and deconstruction of many inter-relating issues. Issues of racism, cultural exploitation, under-representation, body shaming, et cetera are, in my mind, intrinsic to the definition, and they compromise a large percentage of this site's discussion. It is not just about women, yet it is always about women because the issues of all people are interrelated and affect us all.

Imagine if the Disney characters could speak again. What would they tell us?

-this blog is not endorsed by or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company-
farhaha: Found these little gems at the front of Pittsburgh’s Barnes & Noble’s children’s section. Here’s the first page of each. I think I speak for all women when I say we are THRILLED that society is finally starting to take floristry seriously! SUBTLE yet effective at enforcing the gender binary
Posted 28 Nov 2011 at 23:41
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    Fuck. This. Shit.
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    I know these things are supposed to be retro throwbacks, but they really bother me. What doesn’t bother me is that one...
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    What, because I’ve got a uterus means I can’t fucking invent a robot?...because he’s...
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    The best part about not working at a toy store anymore...not having to witness the...
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    *sniff* I want to invent a robot.
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    fuck gender norms and binaries. watch me draw flowery robots like a pro.
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    ARGH. I’m the little girl who would buy the one for boys just to spite everybody.
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    OH WOW. What is wrong with the subtle sexism found within toys these days? And I remember decapitating Barbies since I...
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    WTF. I would prefer to make a robot.
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    These books dont have age limitations therefore aren’t assigned to a specific age group. I dont see the big deal,...
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    When I was in grade five, our class was split into two groups for out weekly craft activities; Boys and Girls. The boys...
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