Explore effective strategies for advocating feminism in a TEDx talk by Elliott Slaughter, a junior at the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science. Learn how to address challenging topics like gender pay gap and abortion rights when faced with irrational and unreceptive audiences. Discover techniques to maintain composure and confidence while discussing important women's issues, even when confronted with fallacies, prejudice, and narrow-mindedness. Gain insights on presenting feminist arguments in a manner that cannot be dismissed as "emotional" or "irrational." This 16-minute presentation offers valuable advice for those passionate about driving progressive change and championing feminist causes in the face of adversity.
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An Angry Girl’s Guide to Polite Feminism | Elliott Slaughter | TEDxYouth@TAMS
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