First Wave

I feel that the way women formed into groups was a very beneficial strategy to try to get voices heard and ideas constructed. I felt that the women's club movement gave women a way to help other women, who may be struggling in the home. These clubs were around to unite women as a strong fighting force against the oppression they were facing. 

Women were being forced back into the home when the men came back from war, and rightfully so the women fought back. They had every right to be upset, they were forced to be the "perfect housewife". A hot dinner was meant to be prepared and waiting for the man of the house to come home. The house was to be cleaned and the children were to be tended to. 

Why were educated, strong, women forced out of jobs they were good at. Women could respond better to magazines discussing issues related to their lives, better than a man can guess. The country didn't fall into ruins when women took control of the work force, more than likely more was actually accomplished. 

I also really liked the consciousness raising groups idea. It gave more than a voice to women, it gave them a way to say what they wanted and not be judged for it. They could say they hated being penned up all day doing chores while the men came home and did nothing. These groups liberated women, and gave them something to look forward to. The groups consisted of women just like them, talking about things they all agreed on. They were all equal with each other, fighting for one cause. 

I truthfully don't think that groups such as these would work today. People probably wouldn't feel comfortable attending such a group, because they fear doing wrong. Women like to complain in general and feel they don't need a group to speak to, they will more likely speak to anyone who will listen. I also feel like people don't want to get involved like they did in the past. Women are busier today than ever and may not have the time joining such a group if it existed.