A propos - Notion of women as property a 'depravity baked into law'

France has taken a significant step towards acknowledging the injustices perpetrated against its women, with all 577 MPs voting in favor of a bill that seeks to eliminate the concept of "marital duty." This measure aims to combat sexual consent in marriage and marital rape, which have been criticized for perpetuating patriarchal attitudes.

Legislators at the National Assembly in France unanimously approved this reform, marking an important milestone towards recognizing women's rights. According to Michele Goodwin, a Professor of Constitutional Law and Global Health Policy at Georgetown University, 'legislatures have played a significant role in keeping women far behind.' This perspective emphasizes how historical laws have often worked against the interests of women.

Goodwin also stated that these philosophies embedded within law allow for sexual abuse by husbands and boyfriends. The push to update this concept of marital duty suggests an increased awareness of the negative impact it has on women, with the aim of creating a fairer and more inclusive society.

The legislative approval signifies an important shift towards protecting women's rights in France.
 
I'm kinda confused about this whole thing... I mean, on one hand, I think it's awesome that France is finally acknowledging the injustices against women and taking steps to address them πŸ€”. Eliminating the concept of "marital duty" could be a huge deal for promoting healthy relationships and equality in marriage. But at the same time, I'm like, what about traditional values and family structures? Are we just gonna throw out centuries-old norms without considering the impact on families and communities? πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ And isn't it also possible that this push for reform is just a way to push for more government control over personal relationships? πŸ€”πŸ‘€
 
Wow 🀯, finally! It's about time someone takes action against those outdated laws that have been holding back women for centuries! Interesting how this move is gonna make marriage way less creepy and controlling πŸ’•. Women's rights are being taken seriously and it's all good news! πŸ‘ France is showing the world that they're not afraid to challenge tradition and break free from patriarchal norms 🌟. Good for 'em! 😊
 
I'm so curious about how people really feel about this change... like, are there still some folks who think that men should be able to do what they want with their wives without consequences? πŸ€” I mean, I know it sounds crazy but I've seen some comments online saying that it's 'natural' for men and women to have different roles in a relationship. Um, isn't the idea of consent kinda like, basic human rights now? πŸ™…β€β™€οΈ And what about all the couples where the relationship is totally equal and mutual? Shouldn't they be protected too? πŸ’• I'm just wondering if people are actually on board with this change or if it's still a hot topic... πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ
 
Just saw that all 577 MPs in France voted in favor of banning 'marital duty' πŸ€©πŸ‘! It's about time we acknowledge the injustices done to women, especially when it comes to sexual consent and marital rape 😒. These laws have been holding women back for far too long #JusticeForWomen #FeministReform

It's interesting to see how Michele Goodwin is highlighting the role of legislatures in perpetuating patriarchal attitudes πŸ’‘. I mean, we can't just sit back and let our laws continue to discriminate against half the population πŸ€¦β€β™€οΈ. The fact that they're pushing for a fairer and more inclusive society is music to my ears 🎡 #EqualityForAll #WomenEmpowerment

I'm so proud of France taking this huge step towards protecting women's rights πŸ’ͺπŸ‡«πŸ‡·. It's about time we recognize the power of laws in shaping our societies πŸ“š. Let's hope other countries follow suit and create a more equal world for everyone 🌎 #GlobalCitizen #HumanRights
 
France is finally getting its act together and putting the "marital" back in duty... to be honest, I'm not sure what kind of marital problems they had that needed fixing . But seriously, it's about time they update their laws to reflect modern values. I mean, who needs a concept of 'marital duty' when you can just say "Hey, if you wanna get cozy, ask me first"? It's all about giving women the power to say no (and yes) without fear of consequences.

This law change is a huge step forward for equality and recognition of women's rights. I'm not surprised it got unanimous approval - who wouldn't want to be part of the feminist squad? Now let's see if they can make it stick and create real change 🀞πŸ’ͺ
 
I'm loving the progress France is making on women's rights πŸ™Œ. It's about time they took steps to tackle these outdated laws that have been holding women back for far too long. The fact that all 577 MPs voted in favor of this bill is a huge win, and it's amazing to see how it's brought together people who care about creating change.

It's interesting to hear Professor Goodwin's perspective on how historical laws have been used to keep women behind πŸ€”. It just goes to show that our laws can have such a profound impact on our society, and it's never too late to make changes for the better.

I think this is a huge step forward for France and an inspiration to other countries to follow suit πŸ’ͺ. It's all about creating a more inclusive and fair society where everyone has equal rights and opportunities. Bring it on! πŸ‘
 
I'm kinda skeptical about this whole "eliminating marital duty" thing πŸ€”... I mean, what's next? Eliminating family values or something? Don't get me wrong, I'm all for equal rights and stuff, but isn't the idea of marriage already kinda outdated? Like, we're not still living in the dark ages where wives were just expected to do whatever their husbands said? πŸ™…β€β™‚οΈ

And what about traditional values and cultural norms? Don't people have the right to make choices about their own relationships and boundaries? I'm all for changing laws that harm women, but this feels like a slippery slope to me... where do we draw the line between progress and erasing our history altogether? πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ
 
🀩 Omg u guys! 🀯 This is like, totally awesome news from France!!! πŸ‡«πŸ‡· They're finally doing something about the toxic patriarchal attitudes that have been holding women back for ages! πŸ™Œ I mean, can you even imagine having a "marital duty" that literally forces you to do stuff w/ your partner without their consent? 😱 That's like, not okay at all!

And it's so cool that all 577 MPs voted in favor of this bill. It's like, they're finally listening to the women who have been speaking out against these injustices for so long! πŸ’β€β™€οΈ Michele Goodwin is like, totally a boss when it comes to talking about this stuff. She's saying that laws and philosophies have always worked against women, and I'm like, "YAAAS, SHE'S TOTALLY RIGHT!"

This is such an important step towards creating a more inclusive society where everyone has equal rights. And can we talk about how empowering it is for France to take the lead on this? 🌟 It's inspiring to see countries coming together to fight for women's rights. πŸ’–
 
🀝 I'm loving this move by the French government! It's about time we started acknowledging that consent is not just for casual hookups, but for all relationships, including marriages πŸ’–. The fact that 577 MPs voted in favor of this bill is a huge win for women's rights and shows that our voices are being heard πŸ—£οΈ. It's crazy to think that some laws have been written with the intention of keeping women down, rather than uplifting them 🀯. This new bill is a step towards creating a more inclusive society where everyone is treated equally and respectfully ❀️. I hope it sparks a movement globally to re-evaluate our attitudes towards consent and relationships! πŸ’ͺ
 
πŸ™ŒπŸΌ I think it's amazing that France is finally taking concrete steps to address the centuries-old patriarchal attitudes that have been holding women back. The fact that all 577 MPs voted in favor of this bill is a huge win for equality and it's so refreshing to see a country come together on an issue like this. πŸ’ͺ It's also interesting to hear from experts like Michele Goodwin, who highlights how laws can perpetuate systemic inequalities. I hope this sets off a ripple effect globally, where more countries start to re-examine their own laws and values around women's rights πŸŒŽπŸ’«
 
🀝 finally someone's taking a stand on this patriarchal mess. Eliminating the concept of "marital duty" is a step in the right direction, but let's be real, it's about time πŸ‘. The fact that all 577 MPs voted in favor of this bill is a testament to the progress France has made towards recognizing women's rights πŸ™Œ. It's sad that it had to come to this, but I'm glad someone's holding these power players accountable πŸ’β€β™€οΈ. More needs to be done though - let's see how this translates into real change and not just a PR stunt πŸ€”.
 
😊 i'm not surprised to see france take a step forward in recognizing the injustices faced by its women. like, for real, it's about time we acknowledge that the old-fashioned idea of "marital duty" is literally toxic. πŸ‘Ž the fact that all 577 mp's voted yes is a huge deal - it shows that there are people in power who care about making things right. Michele goodwin's comment about legislatures playing a role in keeping women behind is so true πŸ€¦β€β™€οΈ. i mean, historical laws have always been written by men, for men, and it's no wonder we're still dealing with the aftermath today. πŸ‘Š but hey, this reform is a huge step in the right direction towards creating a more inclusive society where women are treated with respect and dignity πŸ’–. let's keep pushing forward and see what other changes we can make! πŸš€
 
πŸ€“ I think this is a significant move by France to challenge the notion that married men have a duty to have sex with their wives, which can be seen as a relic of patriarchal thinking πŸ™…β€β™‚οΈ. It's interesting to see how the law is being reevaluated in light of modern feminist perspectives on consent and sexual abuse πŸ’‘. The fact that 577 MPs voted in favor of this bill shows a strong commitment to women's rights, which is essential for creating a more equitable society 🌎. I'd love to see more countries adopt similar reforms and work towards eradicating these outdated laws that perpetuate inequality 🀝.
 
France is finally doing what other countries did ages ago πŸ™Œ. I mean, who needs 'marital duty' when you're living together? It's like they just found out that making love without consent is a thing and now they want to fix it πŸ˜‚. But seriously, it's about time. Women have been fighting for equality and justice forever, and this is just one step in the right direction. I hope other countries take note and follow France's lead 🀞. And I gotta ask, what took them so long? Was it all that 'Marie Antoinette' stuff 😜?
 
just saw that all 577 MPs voted in favor of banning marital rape... about time πŸ™Œ think its about time our societies recognize that sex in marriage isnt always consent, especially when one partner feels forced or pressured πŸ’β€β™€οΈ this law change could be a huge step towards creating a more balanced and respectful relationships between partners πŸ‘« can only imagine how many women suffered in silence just because they didnt have the courage to speak up πŸ’”
 
πŸ’‘πŸˆ so i wonder why is france taking this huge step now? like, is there some sort of change or awareness that made them wanna tackle this issue? πŸ€” i mean, sexual consent and marital rape are pretty big dealz, and it's about time someone did something about it. i also thought the phrase "marital duty" was kinda weird... what does that even mean? like, is that a thing in other countries too? πŸ’­
 
This is a monumental moment for France πŸ™Œ! The fact that all 577 MPs could come together to support this groundbreaking bill is truly indicative of a significant cultural shift. It's heartening to see the French government acknowledging and addressing centuries-old patriarchal norms that have held women back. Michele Goodwin's words resonate deeply, highlighting how our laws have been historically flawed and often served as tools for oppression.

It's time we reevaluate our societal values and work towards creating a more inclusive, equitable society where women are treated with dignity and respect 🀝. The push to eliminate the concept of "marital duty" is a crucial step in this direction, and I applaud France for taking bold action towards protecting women's rights πŸ’ͺ!
 
Omg, I just read about this and I'm like totally fascinated 😍! So they're getting rid of the whole "marital duty" thing? Like, what does that even mean anymore? πŸ€” Was it like a promise to take care of each other or something? And how will this change affect people's relationships in France? Will it be more difficult for couples to get married or is it just a law change? πŸš«πŸ’•

I also saw a vid of the French MPs voting and it looked so cool 😎! They were all smiling and stuff. I wish we could see something like that happen in our country too... 🀞 Do you think this will inspire other countries to make similar changes? 🌎
 
I'm glad they're finally doing something about this... I mean, have you seen how outdated our forum's 'News' section is? It's like, seriously, who even uses that thing anymore? πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ Anyway, back to France... it's about time they took a stand against marital rape and all that stuff. But honestly, have you tried posting on this forum when there's a hot topic? Forget about it! You'll be stuck in an endless loop of 'loading' and 'error 404'. It's like, get with the times, guys! πŸš€
 
Back
Top