I think many of the libertarian women that read this site would take offense to being labeled as "more emotional than logical". A more scientific distinction would be to argue that the ratio exists because men are naturally more skilled at mathematics and science whereas women are more skilled in the disciplines of reading and writing. This gives men an advantage at comprehending and anaylzing the ramifications of policies.
Also, there is the culturally dominant view that women have suffered at the hands of male legal oppression over the centuries and that certain redistributive and gender-protectionist policies must be implemented to compensate for the years of male aggression. This isn't an isolated phenomenon for women, but also applies to racial, ethnic, religious, and seuxally-oriented minorities as well.
Regardless of why there are less women in the libertarian movement, it goes without saying that we need more. Not simply to boost our numbers, or to satisfy the lonely male population, but because I think women would make particualry strong political candidates. I think Sarah Palin is proof of that. With little experience, brain-power, or charisma, Palin has managed to inspire massive grassroots support and resources. If we can convert a few libertarian women today, and get them politically educated, they would probably be our best weapons.
Submitted by John M (not verified) on August 6, 2009.
I think many of the libertarian women that read this site would take offense to being labeled as "more emotional than logical". A more scientific distinction would be to argue that the ratio exists because men are naturally more skilled at mathematics and science whereas women are more skilled in the disciplines of reading and writing. This gives men an advantage at comprehending and anaylzing the ramifications of policies.
Also, there is the culturally dominant view that women have suffered at the hands of male legal oppression over the centuries and that certain redistributive and gender-protectionist policies must be implemented to compensate for the years of male aggression. This isn't an isolated phenomenon for women, but also applies to racial, ethnic, religious, and seuxally-oriented minorities as well.
Regardless of why there are less women in the libertarian movement, it goes without saying that we need more. Not simply to boost our numbers, or to satisfy the lonely male population, but because I think women would make particualry strong political candidates. I think Sarah Palin is proof of that. With little experience, brain-power, or charisma, Palin has managed to inspire massive grassroots support and resources. If we can convert a few libertarian women today, and get them politically educated, they would probably be our best weapons.