A review by rorikae
Why Women Have Better Sex Under Socialism: And Other Arguments for Economic Independence by Kristen R. Ghodsee

informative reflective medium-paced

4.25

'Why Women Have Better Sex Under Socialism And Other Arguments For Economic Independence' by Kristen R Ghodsee is an interesting look at how capitalism effects women and makes them beholden to broken systems. Ghodsee looks into moments in history and how socialism in different countries has had a positive impact on women's lives. Though Ghodsee does comment on how the intersection of gender with race and sexuality exacerbates issues, this book definitely focuses the most distinctly on the effect of capitalism and socialism on white straight women's lives in comparison to white straight men's lives. I found that really this book focused most on discussing how capitalism harms women and ensures that they have to perform lots of unpaid labor. It presented insightful commentary that is important to consider as people living in a a capitalist society. Ultimately, I think it is a good jumping off point to introduce these concepts and should be paired with other texts that discuss intersectionality, patriarchy, capitalism, and more in more depth. 
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