> So we're confusedly agreeing? Definitely. It feels like there's a difference in our interpretation of the context of the word "patriarchy". I have most often

> So we're confusedly agreeing? Definitely. It feels like there's a difference in our interpretation of the context of the word "patriarchy". I have most often heard it used as a condemnation of a group of individuals who are also disadvantaged by the social structure. Similar to the way "idealism" is commonly used to disparage positive future thinking. I would sure rather a society where no one has to feel like they're in a fight for survival where the only way to win is someone else losing.