>In a nutshell, ecofeminism as it appears from the various sources I have
>read, indicate that the hatred of women brings about a hatred and
>alienation of nature. This is the driving mechanism behind
>Western/patriarchal culture. And so say I. Of course it seems as if there
>are as many definitions to ecofeminism as there are self-described
>eco-feminists.
Sounds sort of Marxish to me. Dogmatic like. Too many people try to
complicate it all. To me an ecofeminist is not some sort of high priest
with special insights or knowledge about us and the world, but simply a
feminist interested in ecological issues.
>I too eat meat - although limited (having a hard time converting the rest of
>the family!!). I have a pet dog, and I have upon occasion taken leave of my
>senses and not recycled all of my paper!!
Recycling paper is often more expensive than just trashing it. In fact it
can consume more energy and resources than just going to the landfill and
so harms the enviroment more. But rather than send it to the land fill, I
burn my paper junk in the barrel or fireplace.
>I hope that this has been helpful. I must say that the meat debate has
>certainly been burning up the "net" and I hope that we do not lose sight of
>the similiarities and concerns that we share (meat aside).
Me too. If we get all purist about animal rights (They are NOT human.) and
not eating meat, it means no pets. Worse millions will lose their jobs,
farms, the works. I think many will starve. Meat is a really good source of
protein. I agree that it should be consumed in moderation for one's own
health of course.
Betty
