This was a great module of feminism. This module helped me
understand some of the thought processes of proclaimed feminists. In addition, I
looked at these thoughts with an empathetic lens. Pop Culture, in some regards,
depicts feminists in a negative light. There are some aspects of pop culture
that depicts feminism as positive. One example is in the movie GI Jane. In the
movie “Jane” is given an opportunity to attend the toughest Military Training
in the world, Navy SEAL Training. Jane was afforded the opportunity to addend
due to a female Senator, jockeying for political capital, pressuring the Navy
to allow a Woman to attend the training. Fully believing Jane would fail out of
the training. To the Senator’s chagrin, Jane was able to make her stand as the
first woman in SEAL training. Furthermore, Jane passes all training assessments
and became a SEAL.
When I was younger, this was one of my favorite movies. It
is a classic American underdog story, but I think it really made waves in congress.
Now, the Army specifically, is revamping many programs to ensure equal
opportunity for all genders. An example of this the Army Combat Physical Test
(currently under review by Congress). This Physical Test is age and gender neutral.
Meaning, regardless of your gender, all are required to take the same test.
Based on an individual’s physical ability assessed through said test. That individual
will qualify for specific Military Jobs that are in line with that individual’s
physical ability. Which I believe is a step in the right direction.
Given your understanding or impressions of the Military, do
you think the Army is on the right path with the ACFT to make ensure fairness regardless
of gender?
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