Foreign Affairs › Re: American Politics Thread: Democrats Take Control Of Congress by AmazonTopaz(f): 8:03pm On Aug 15, 2021 |
sanpipita: I don't even understand why people think Biden will get smoke for Taliban take over, aside politics rest its BS, where Biden gets smoke is how he reacts if Taliban hurts America's interests.
https://www.thechicagocouncil.org/commentary-and-analysis/blogs/us-public-supports-withdrawal-afghanistan Poll after poll have shown that Americans want out,even the delusional MAGAts wanted out when agent orange announced plans to withdraw. It is funny that the people against mask mandàte for kids and indirectly putting children's lives at risk are concerned about children in Afghanistan.It is funny that the people against the re-authorization of violence against women's act and against women's rights to choose are all of a sudden concerned about women's rights in Afghanistan.  |
Foreign Affairs › Re: Timeline: Taliban’s Rapid Advance Across Afghanistan by AmazonTopaz(f): 7:56pm On Aug 15, 2021 |
Techguy96: You are a fool, was it not trump that signed the US pull out from Afghanistan, shey this is what u people wanted, trump signed it, biden is only implementing it so what's ur problem, is trump no longer god sent. I just hope y know how Russia is supporting Taliban just to spite America, keep hating America let's see where it will leaf u to. That man is a clown... Nobody takes the clown serious |
Foreign Affairs › Re: American Politics Thread: Democrats Take Control Of Congress by AmazonTopaz(f): 10:23am On Aug 15, 2021 |
budaatum: To some, seems women and children don't count. See one pig telling me to provide one of them so he can personally question whether she likes her vulnerability!
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Foreign Affairs › Re: American Politics Thread: Democrats Take Control Of Congress by AmazonTopaz(f): 10:15am On Aug 15, 2021 |
sanpipita: This whole thing is perplexing but again could just be Afghanistans want this, the resistance from Afghan army is almost non existent which is too good to be true. Same observation |
Foreign Affairs › Re: American Politics Thread: Democrats Take Control Of Congress by AmazonTopaz(f): 10:12am On Aug 15, 2021 |
sanpipita: Nigeria is heading on that path, I tell you this Taliban take over will be celebrated in north, they want an Islamic nation. It is really terrible that in 2021 people still reason like this.It should just be in their territory. Afghans should do more and take their country back unless they are okay with the redundancy and backwardness, Nigeria is miles better but you are not far from the truth |
Foreign Affairs › Re: American Politics Thread: Democrats Take Control Of Congress by AmazonTopaz(f): 9:21am On Aug 15, 2021 |
You see a country like Afghanistan you gotta thank God for Nigeria at least  |
Foreign Affairs › Re: American Politics Thread: Democrats Take Control Of Congress by AmazonTopaz(f): 9:18am On Aug 15, 2021 |
budaatum: I think the women don't like it. Under Taliban, no more school for women. Taliban will insist on marrying two and three and more instead, and hood them so they are unheard. The women and girls are the ones I pity in all these.Women and children are always vulnerable when there is conflict/war |
Family › Re: Why The Attack On Feminism?(a Feminist Perspective) by AmazonTopaz(op): 7:44am On Aug 15, 2021 |
Kobojunkie: Again, equality has been achieved by law in many developed countries and both the male and female of the species are thriving under those laws. So I am not certain what you are still whining about.  Cc cutieking that says feminism is non-existent |
Family › Re: Why The Attack On Feminism?(a Feminist Perspective) by AmazonTopaz(op): 7:43am On Aug 15, 2021 |
Kobojunkie: Please stop emotional babbling already!
All of those you mentioned are women who have expressed that they want to have equal rights as men in society, something you in your deluded state interpret instead to mean they want to be men. If they wanted to be men, then they could easily accomplish that by going under the knife, and not by agitating that the laws be changed for this purpose. 
Equal rights for both gender have been achieved in much of the developed world and is flourishing to date. Why many of you continue to use the word "impossible" to qualify is beyond me. Even more absurd is your fear or the other gender being given the same rights that you have enjoyed for so long. 
You won't ask for equal rights when it comes to hard labor? So women in that country who are already doing the same hard labor you speak of are doing what? Why must some of you resort to eejit level reasoning when discussing issues. What do you think the word EQUAL means? 
I am afraid that a mass re-education of the Nigerian male may be necessary in order to many of you properly process and realize that your existence as Lords over women was only an illusion created and maintained by the law. But now that the law is to be updated with the times, that delusion has to die and that illusion shattered so that as a people, Nigerians can too embrace a better and brighter future.  |
Family › Re: Why The Attack On Feminism?(a Feminist Perspective) by AmazonTopaz(op): 7:42am On Aug 15, 2021 |
CutieKing: Feminism is what you make of it. It’s only strong on paper and non existent in reality.It’s more of self acclaimed. Even at that, if I may ask, if feminism is a right,from whom are you demanding that from ?,is it from the government, or your employer,religious organizations (church/mosque) or family (marriage)?. The pastors or other people making comments about this are only doing that in the context of marriage and we all know the biblical stands on this…. Man and woman are not equal. Simple !!!. Since it is non-existent in reality why are you worked up over nothing. Keep deceiving yourself |
Family › Re: Why The Attack On Feminism?(a Feminist Perspective) by AmazonTopaz(op): 7:40am On Aug 15, 2021 |
kaboninc: You have a fundamental problem of understanding. It's people like you that's the reason we have a lot of people with a distorted understanding of what feminism is.
Your profile says its not about men vs women thing but your posts here says the exact same thing. And it's about to just kill, crucify, destroy men. Just shut up already. You are the one with a problem of understanding. I don't subscribe to male headship there is no two ways about it for me  |
Christianity Etc › Re: Mike Bamiloye: "Don't Join The Feminist Movement" - Evangelist Warns Ladies by AmazonTopaz(f): 7:39am On Aug 15, 2021 |
Polchiz: I'm already married and my wife adores me.
Enjoy your feminism. With pleasure |
Family › Re: Why The Attack On Feminism?(a Feminist Perspective) by AmazonTopaz(op): 4:32pm On Aug 14, 2021 |
advanceDNA: The feminism we have now isn’t a fight for equal right in all areas...It’s favouring women at the expense of men, And women are bringing the ideology into their homes causing problems in already difficult to manage marriages...
That is what the pastors are against..women are our sisters, wives, daughters, cousins. .nobody is after suppressing women...u women are the ones crying foul all the time.. Where is feminism at the expense of men tell yourself the truth  The marriage is difficult because the men and heads of the home have failed stop blaming it on feminism if you as a man have nothing to offer your wife,swallow your useless pride and stop trying to take her to B.C. Men should adjust to the current realities not women |
Family › Re: Why The Attack On Feminism?(a Feminist Perspective) by AmazonTopaz(op): 4:30pm On Aug 14, 2021 |
toughchic: What you highlighted here is where the problem lies. Many see feminism from this angle and feel it should end here.
But I have taken it upon myself to remind everyone that feminism is a pro-choice and self-liberation movement.
It covers every area of daily life. It's about autonomy too, individualism, self-liberation.
Every human, no matter their gender should make choices for themselves and not be forced into gender roles or stereotypes. And the marriage shouldn't change this.
With feminism, everyone is being liberated from certain things. For example, one who comes from a place where it is deemed abnormal to be covered from head to toe would feel liberated when one can wear whatever they like including clothing that covers all part of their body. This phenomena is replicated is all other areas. Solid points thank you |
Family › Re: Why The Attack On Feminism?(a Feminist Perspective) by AmazonTopaz(op): 4:29pm On Aug 14, 2021 |
Klass99: 21 kisses and 7 blessings to you.
@Amazon & Topic, the truth is me myself I don't fully understand feminism, but I am aware of it and have a bit of knowledge about it.
My understanding is that women of old (past centuries) wanted to work, wanted to vote and do other things that were good and healthy for the human mind.
How we arrived at this present day interpretation of it baffles me, but I sure as hell appreciate the movement and work, the women before me did which enables and empowers me today, to be the woman that I am - A woman with a mind and a voice of her own, amongst other things. The picture below explains it
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Family › Re: Why The Attack On Feminism?(a Feminist Perspective) by AmazonTopaz(op): 4:28pm On Aug 14, 2021 |
Let me make my honourable mentions.
Klass99,cococandy,Bratislava,hathor5,apatheticme, Wany,magnoliaa,desvi,fountainofyouth,notopile and forgive me if I didn't mention you feel free to add yours to the discussion |
Family › Re: Why The Attack On Feminism?(a Feminist Perspective) by AmazonTopaz(op): 4:26pm On Aug 14, 2021 |
I personally don't subscribe to that but some feminist do and feminism did not say women who make that 'choice' to shouldn't it is a choice and not a must feminism is about women having choices to decide for themselves.
People should define their marriages and make it on their own terms/standard and stop following the crowd which may not be compatible with their personalities and times.Women/wives of today work and are educated, you cannot expect a full grown educated adult to lose and subject herself to you in everything,it is not possible.I believe in mutualism which encompasses mutual respect,love and even submission but in a nutshell do what works for you and stop blaming feminism. Feminist will get married if they want to and the movement and ideology continues feminism is not against marriage marry who is compatible with you and do what works for you. |
Family › Re: Why The Attack On Feminism?(a Feminist Perspective) by AmazonTopaz(op): 4:16pm On Aug 14, 2021 |
I am not attacking any religion but we gotta admit the obvious sexism.  I personally don't believe that leadership is in any gender,no it isn't,if that were true the African continent and Nigeria as it is being ruled by 90% men(fake statistics,but male dominated) would have been an Eldorado but we are not instead we are plagued with terrible leaders. It is in view of this that I don't subscribe to male headship because some men have led their families to the ground and kukuma capsize the ship and caused a plane crash  . During Apostle Paul's time women were not leaders seen or even heard even if they were seen,they were not heard.The times are changing and we will change with the times.Leadership has nothing to do with gender and the capable hands should lead.Women should stop being taught to put themselves down for men,the men should be taught to see their wives as their partners and friends whom they should support and not bring down so as for them to feel that they are men.Your wife should not be your competition but your partner, instead of giving sermon to our women let us teach our men to be better men and husbands we should stop making excuses for them after all are they not the 'head of the family'  |
Family › Re: Why The Attack On Feminism?(a Feminist Perspective) by AmazonTopaz(op): 4:05pm On Aug 14, 2021 |
As for marriage it is no secret that some religions are misogynistic and sexist because in ancient times there was little to respect in women,women were seen as properties,chattels,second class citizens,you name it etc.Even amongst the most respected philosophers in ancient times e.g Aristotle,were sexist and misogynist  in ancient Greece where only boys from the age of seven went to school,while the girls basically had no form of education this has been an ancient practice Feminism and enlightenment sought to change. So why then are people of the 21st century trying to take us back to ancient times to judge the women of today and expect them to still be the way they were.Even in the Bible women were not counted in the census,they were basically not seen as humans worthy to be counted only a few women in the Bible can be role models for religious women but I believe that in 2021 many women of today have a lot of role models to pick from  The earlier men realise that times have changed and admit to themselves that sexism exist in some religions I think the better they come to terms with the current realities of the changing times,same way some Africans,Europeans and basically every society and culture have done away with some incompatible practices that don't meet today's time even in customary law for it to be valid in Nigeria it must go through some validity test which must respect natural justice,equity and good conscience and be compatible with public policy of today(not ancient times) You cannot tell a 21st century woman to submit to you in everything as mama Faith said(impossible she knows that too, let's not lie to ourselves),the same Apostle Paul was influenced by the times he grew up in and also said women shouldn't even talk in the church but be silent  and have authority over a man in anything but why then do we have women preaching and talking in the church isn't this against Apostle Paul's admonition (why do they skip this part)  |
Family › Re: Why The Attack On Feminism?(a Feminist Perspective) by AmazonTopaz(op): 3:49pm On Aug 14, 2021 |
Why can't they think what exactly is bad about feminism well let me state what feminism means to me and why feminism has come to stay in Nigeria and other developing and third world countries. The Nigerian woman is at a disadvantage,a lot of social issues the average Nigerian woman faces which thanks to Feminism,gender equality,women empowerment and whatever you wanna call it has brought to the fore-front burning issues such as domestic violence,female genital mutilation,sexual harassment and abuse such as rape,gender based violence etc.Why have these people not seen the social causes feminist has brought to the limelight and made advocacy and proferred solutions for,why have these Christian leaders failed to use the church to serve as medium to address the social plight women face in Nigeria  They have failed to see the political benefit of feminism which ensures the right to vote through women's suffrage,right to vote and be voted,for occupy public offices and hold public opinion.Even Saudi Arabia is realising this and even granted women the right to drive,vote,hold local offices etc. What about the economic benefits of women,the right to an education,use their expertise to get jobs etc.None of these would have been made possible by feminism.When did women wanting their rights, responsibilities, opportunities, equality, respect, dignity and basically be seen as human beings become a controversial issue in 2021  This is what I know feminism to be and stand for as a feminist  |
Family › Why The Attack On Feminism?(a Feminist Perspective) by AmazonTopaz(op): 3:37pm On Aug 14, 2021 |
I will try to be brief,I have created this thread as a discussion on feminism but I will buttress my points before making any mention. What is feminism? Feminism is the advocacy of women's rights in every aspect of society be it social, political, economic,legal and every other aspect that has skipped my mind  it is about equal rights and opportunities,respecting women and treating them with dignity and whatever you will love to add.  . A feminist simply believes in the equality of people same way people argue about racial equality,democracy etc these are all liberal(arguably) ideals that have come into the mainstream as a result of enlightenment.You can also read on egalitarianism as well. The point is, during the week three controversial or non-controversial threads graced the front-page,where a Christian leader,his wife and another female pastor admonished women to abandon feminism and one even said feminist shouldn't get married  . The constant attack on feminism made me wonder what exactly are these people scared of with feminism why is feminism a topic that gets on the nerve of some Nigerian men and honourable mention women  .So why the sudden attack on feminism like as if feminism is bad and doesn't have its achievements and benefits a lot of the breakthrough and progress women have made today is as a result of feminism,so why do they belittle feminism and attach it to marriage alone? |
Christianity Etc › Re: Faith Oyedepo: You're Under Demonic Influence If You Question Your Husband... by AmazonTopaz(f): 1:30pm On Aug 14, 2021 |
Magnoliaa:
Proudly feminist here, too.
I will be looking forward to that! If we are to go by biblical standard apostle Paul doesn't expect women to speak in the church and even have authority over a man in anything including being their boss. He also said women shouldn't have adornments etc why do Christian wives like Faith Oyedepo and Mildred Okonkwo skip these parts and preach in the church  Where did feminist even say women shouldn't respect their husbands and submit if they choose go  Every marriage has what works for them and people like me a submission doesn't work for me  but do you see me telling women how to live their marriages unless that is what I would do if I were in their shoes so why these blanket general advice I am busy now I will be going offline soon but I am going to create a thread later. Have a wonderful day dear will mention you later during our feminist roundtable discussion  |
Christianity Etc › Re: Faith Oyedepo: You're Under Demonic Influence If You Question Your Husband... by AmazonTopaz(f): 1:21pm On Aug 14, 2021 |
BRATISLAVA: When threatened by feminism, Nigerian men love to express their ignorance through @bolded sentiment.
They are scared to lose their power to subjugate women, just as whites were scared and angry that black men wanted to be equal to them.
Therefore they define feminism emotionally, with so much illogic. Yet they enjoy the feminism of women wearing trousers and going to work to bring them money. They enjoy the feminism of women paying tithes.
Why is it that when it's time to talk about marriages, it's only the women they have so much to say about? Is it that men have no part to play in marriage except bringing money, which feminists are now doing better than them? Women this, women that. What about men? What do men have to do except expecting women at their beck and call?
Instead chapter upon sermon about women. Silly religious people. All man-made doctrine. That's why it's so one-sided. They can never preach about men, and when they do they usually have nothing to say. After all, the pastor cannot condemn himself.
One of the reasons pastors are fake. They can't preach the whole truth without trying to benefit themselves. You have said it all, nothing else to add. |
Christianity Etc › Re: Faith Oyedepo: You're Under Demonic Influence If You Question Your Husband... by AmazonTopaz(f): 1:20pm On Aug 14, 2021 |
Magnoliaa: I meann? I pray not. Ma own theory is that maybe sistas in the lord who were erstwhile groomed are breaking the yoke of subjugation chains, hence all these missiles. Feminism must be really shaking things and threatening fire and brimstone o. And fact is, all these attacks are even emboldening me the more. I swear.
Shoutout to all the feminists and allies who have kept engaging in discussions and shredding all their 'illogics' to pieces the past few days (Kobojunkie, BRATISLAVA, AmazonTopaz, LilMissFavvy, Hathor5, apatheticme, WoundedLamb, etc). People are hearing and watching and paying attention! I LOVE what you guys are doing. Keep up the good work! Ya doing well and doing something appreciated. 
Yes, we are "mad" and "crazy" and "rebellious" any every adjective you can think of to describe us, but you CAN'T ignore us. You cannot.  I am a proud member of the feminist association as stated on your signature  It has emboldened me as well later today I may create a thread on why the church is attacking feminism Let me research first and then I will mention my feminist comrades |
TV/Movies › Re: BBNaija 2021 Live Updates Thread by AmazonTopaz(f): 10:29pm On Aug 13, 2021 |
scondy: Unfortunately na emmanuel and Angel go go.....
Pere has grown his fan base...that's the thing u pple r faling to see...
U think d whole viewers reason like WM fans...obviously not. And you think Angel doesn't have fans it is only Pere that is growing his fanbase. We know say you nor like Angel aunty abeg rest |
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Christianity Etc › Re: Faith Oyedepo: You're Under Demonic Influence If You Question Your Husband... by AmazonTopaz(f): 9:57pm On Aug 13, 2021 |
blaise26abj: If she is no longer comfortable in the backseat ? Then she should get out . It’s against Christian family values .You just confirmed what I said feminism is setting up women against their husbands in Christian marriages. Hence the high divorce rates and why the church must stand against feminism in Christian marriages . If the man is ok with it, no problem . A functional family is to the advantage of the society .
Lol . Then you can never dream of being a Muslim if you want marriage . My point is Feminists must stop pushing their agenda into Christian marriages . They are responsible for some broken marriages that were otherwise fine Which feminist is pushing their agenda in Christian marriages  |
Christianity Etc › Re: Faith Oyedepo: You're Under Demonic Influence If You Question Your Husband... by AmazonTopaz(f): 9:36pm On Aug 13, 2021 |
blaise26abj: I’m not against marriages that women take front seats and the Husbands are ok with it . But feminists setting women to be at loggerheads with husbands who have taken the front seats of their marriages is utter nonsense .
I said Christian marriages . It is biblical. Husband is the head of the family . I’m not about other religions or other kinds of marriages . I’m specific with Christian marriages . The Church has to take a stand about this group . It’s against Christian Ethics and standards .
You stated that all I said have been on for time immemorial . True . But you can’t state that it is a pandemic now . And who told you feminist are setting women against their husbands,the woman has every right to complain if she is no longer comfortable with the back seat arrangement there is always a room for improvement and modification where necessary. We all know that in some Christian marriages some men are mere figure heads on paper.  anyway e nor concern me. if I was a Christian woman I would never get married  |
Foreign Affairs › Re: American Politics Thread: Democrats Take Control Of Congress by AmazonTopaz(f): 9:33pm On Aug 13, 2021 |
PrideofLincoln1: Redistricting happens every 10 years after the Census and it's the functions of each States to determine how it will be done. That's by the House of Representatives and State Senates and it will be signed by the State Governor to become law. Where the problem is the way each party deals with the redistricting. The Party in power in the States always have the advantage in redistricting. I know but if you follow Marc Elias he has addressed these issues before and he stated that so democrats will be smart enough too watch how redistricting plays out and give no room for GQP manipulation |
Foreign Affairs › Re: American Politics Thread: Democrats Take Control Of Congress by AmazonTopaz(f): 9:25pm On Aug 13, 2021 |
sanpipita: Anyone conversant with redistricting processes that starts after census reports? In places like New York Democrats have the edge but in Republican controlled States could be otherwise, usually redistricting can help any party control the House in next election. I believe Marc Elias and his lawyers are ready to challenge any redistricting shenanigans from the GQP |
Foreign Affairs › Re: American Politics Thread: Democrats Take Control Of Congress by AmazonTopaz(f): 9:23pm On Aug 13, 2021 |
Goodvibes007: When the school board administrators have more sense than the GQP governors. 8-0 vote. Their stupidity is backfiring on them it is just so unfortunate that kids and innocent people are a part of the casualties. |
Christianity Etc › Re: Faith Oyedepo: You're Under Demonic Influence If You Question Your Husband... by AmazonTopaz(f): 9:11pm On Aug 13, 2021 |
blaise26abj: And Women should learn their place in marriage . Rubbing shoulders with your husband and challenging his authority is utter nonsense . What tidings? Do you think the institution called marriage is changing for the good? Baby mamas , divorcees, bastards , kids without father or mother figures in their lives , abortions everywhere . LMAO,who gave him authority?authority men gave to men for themselves can always be challenged.It is not utter nonsense. Yes the institution called marriage is changing and re-evaluating hence why we have contract marriages and other kinds of marriages where the women take the front seat not all marriages are the same or live by the same ethics and standards. All what you have mentioned has been on since time immemorial and will continue to be there |