The Marginalized Voices Of The Metoo Movement Analysis

In the article ‘The marginalized voices of the #MeToo movement’ written by Eugene Scott, dated December 7, 2017, the continuation of issues such as racial discrimination, injustice based on socioeconomic status and gender inequality are all portrayed. The article speaks about the issue of sexual harassment endured by women for many years and the occurrence of a revolution as many women have reached their pinnacle of tolerance and have broken the silence about their abuse. The #MeToo movement founded by Tarana Burke was created to shine light on the issue that has spread throughout all backgrounds. Recently it has gained more attention as celebrities have joined the movement; however, the article voices the concern of many regarding the cries
It is evident in history that coloured people have never been treated fairly; we were deemed as less than the non-coloured and probably were not even considered to be human. We suffered as slaves and indentured servants. Even after the abolition of slavery, we had to fight to be considered equals. Society has now evolved and in modern times we see friendlier co-operation between coloured and non-coloured people. It is heart-breaking to see that while the movement has gained momentum due to white celebrity influence, the main focus remains on them. It is evident that a large percentage of women who experience sexual assault are coloured and although the movement is for all women, it is possible that the cries of coloured women are being overshadowed by the cries of the whites. It is not the fault of the white celebrities but of a society that has continued to fail us. It seems as though the fight of the coloureds for equality is not yet complete and is going to take a lot more endurance and determination. Additionally, the article shows that there is a socioeconomic division which governs how people are treated in society. A person’s value is determined by their finances, estate,
But does that mean that celebrities should not be included in the movement? If I were a celebrity in that position, should I suffer in silence and not seek justice after considering the negative impact my story will have on the stories of other unrecognised women? I imagine the experience of sexual harassment to be just as difficult for celebrities as it is for others. The only difference is that they have a voice of their own while others have to rely on the power of numbers. Regardless, sexual harassment should not be kept quiet by either. The issue is that in such instances both parties be treated fairly with the same urgency and justice. The article has also brought up the continuation of gender inequality. Since the beginning of time women have been made to believe that they are less than men. Girls are grown to become good wives who support their husbands. Boys are grown to become the head of the household and the breadwinner. In the past men have always held high positions in the job place and if a woman was to become more than just a wife and obtain a job, it would be submissive to that of a man. In recent times we have observed a shift in the scale. In many countries, more women have begun to climb the