There is a difference between feminism and misandry, a rather large difference actually.
Merriam-Webster defines misandry as the hatred of men. Essentially, misandry is the exact opposite of misogyny, which is the hatred of women.
Unfortunately, many uneducated men (and women) believe feminism and misandry go hand in hand. They don't. Feminists don't hate men. They advocate for equality of everyone, women and men. But because feminists want women to be equal to men, it automatically makes them a misandrist and an avid "man-hater".
If anyone considers themselves a feminist, they shouldn't also say that they hate men. They shouldn't constantly call all men pigs and rapists. They shouldn't constantly degrade and attack all men, just because they are men. That is not the definition of a true feminist.
A true feminist aims to educate those men that don't "understand" feminism, even though equality shouldn't be that confusing. A true feminist aims to work with men to create a more equal society for everyone. Every man and woman of every race, religion, gender and sexual orientation. Equality is equality.
I'm a feminist. I'm pretty kicka$$ feminist too. I don't hate all men, some men and boys get on my nerves, but I don't hate them. I don't think all men are evil, and sure as heck don't think all men are rapists.
There's a fine line between feminism and misandry and we can't work together for equality until that line is defined and we get rid of misandry and misogyny.
stay peaceful (and fight for equality)!!
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