A little bit of Ericka – one post at a time.
Though I am, on paper, a minority, I do not feel like one. Have I been treated unfairly because of my gender? Absolutely, but not to the degree which stops me from getting a job or paid. Though, I’m sure it’ll happen once in my profession. Have I experienced prejudice as a Mexican-American? Not directly, no. However, my own experience should not determine my politics. My politics should not just suit me but also others, specifically those who have endured the harshness that I have not. I think about those people a lot.
Do not confuse me for someone who is trying to fit into the leadership role because “feminism” told me to. I am a feminist, though I don’t need to be a “boss” to tell you so. You don’t need to look at my credentials to determine whether I am or not. Just know that I am.
I’m also not trying to give the impression that productivity is supreme as society has made it out to seem.
I really am this energetic and eager to wrap my brain into anything.
Conventional in appearance, non-conventional in thought.
Shamelessly aggressive when demanding equal treatment and opportunity to all.
I’m not calling for world peace; unfortunately I’m realistic.
I’m repulsed by machismo; love and welcome androgyny.
The goal: be the voice for people who are too afraid to speak, or unaware of what to say.