Using Kimberlé Crenshaw’s concept of intersectionality as a frame for your argument, discuss your understanding of racialized and gendered expectations and stereotypes.

We have established that while race and gender are social constructs, they have material consequences. Critically analyzing the NYTimes video by Texan rapper Megan Thee Stallion, titled “Why I speak up for Black Women,” discuss the ways that patriarchy and racism intersect and impact Black women in the contemporary moment.

Using Kimberlé Crenshaw’s concept of intersectionality as a frame for your argument, discuss your understanding of racialized and gendered expectations and stereotypes.

This prompt is designed to test your understanding of intersectionality and how you apply that understanding to the interpretation of contemporary events.

Your answer should demonstrate your working understanding of most or all of the following concepts:

Intersectionality
Gender
Feminisms
Patriarchy
Racisms

Adequate essays will present an opinion on the article, highlight why it is important to speak up for Black women, and define race and gender as social constructs.

Your essay should be 3 double-spaced typewritten pages (12 font, standard margins). Your responses should be uploaded as a PDF or Word document.

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