Researcher analyzes masculinity as an ideological construct and critiques anti-feminism’s historical roots and modern manifestations.
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Francis Dupuis-Déri, a French-Canadian researcher specializing in social movements like anti-feminism and masculinism, explains that “masculinity” is an ideological construct inherently linked to femininity, often presenting men as superior based on flawed stereotypes. He defines the “crisis of masculinity” discourse as a recurring narrative suggesting men are suffering due to women’s increased presence or feminist critique, which serves to justify traditional gender roles and discredit female equality. Anti-feminism opposes women’s pursuit of freedom and equality, with masculinism specifically using the crisis narrative to uphold rigid gender divisions. Dupuis-Déri traces this discourse back through history—from the French Revolution to modern political figures—showing its persistence across different cultures and ideologies. He argues that claims of male victimhood are often baseless when examined against economic data. Furthermore, he critiques terms like “feminazi,” asserting that anti-feminists use extreme insults while feminism remains a largely peaceful movement focused on addressing historical injustices.
