#AskJessica: How Do You Get Men to Understand That Feminism Is Important?

#AskJessica: How Do You Get Men to Understand That Feminism Is Important?

#AskJessica: How Do You Get Men to Understand That Feminism Is Important?

The first step is to not talk to brick walls.

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For this week’s video I wanted to answer a question I’ve gotten a lot over the years, and it goes something like this: Do you ever try to talk to your brother, your father, or someone in your life about feminism, but you get the sneaking suspicion (or the clear-as-day realization) that they just don’t get it?

You can ask me a question on Twitter using the hashtag #AskJessica. If you’re not on Twitter, hit me up on my Facebook page. I’ll answer one question a week by video—so if there’s anything you’ve ever wanted to ask me, now is the time!

And don’t forget to check out last week’s #AskJessica video, “How Do I Deal With Street Harassment?

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