Feminist and Critical Theories of Deviance and Criminality Notes (edited)

What do critical race theories focus on in the context of deviance and criminality?

They focus on how law, legal orders, and institutions maintain white privilege and supremacy.

What is the main argument of peacemaking criminology?

Traditional criminology is 'warlike' and divides 'us' vs 'them', while peacemaking criminology advocates for empathy, compassion, and restorative justice.

What are the three strands of peacemaking criminology?

Religious, feminist, and critical.

According to Zehr, what impacts does crime have on relationships?

Crime harms relationships; justice should repair them.

What is the main goal of feminist criminology?

To challenge male-dominated criminology and highlight women’s experiences.

What does liberal feminism focus on?

Equal rights and how gender role socialization limits women’s opportunities.

What are some key demands of the women’s liberation movement during the second wave of feminism?

Highlighting structural oppression, abuses, and crimes against women.

What does radical feminism focus on?

Sexual control, domestic violence, and rape, along with male control.

What challenge does postmodern feminism present?

It challenges universal narratives and embraces diverse voices.

What does the term 'Missing White Women Syndrome' reference?

The disparity in media attention given to cases involving white women compared to those involving women of color.

What are some consequences of under-representation of women in medical research?

Inequalities in treatment outcomes and lack of tailored healthcare strategies.

What does systematic racism assume according to critical race theories?

That racism is systemic, not just individual.

How does the feminist perspective view women's criminalization in the context of survival strategies?

It critiques how policies criminalize women’s survival strategies like running away or engaging in sex work.

What is the significance of the #MeToo movement in contemporary feminism?

It has highlighted issues of sexual harassment and assault while advocating for systemic changes.

What are the structural causes emphasized by peacemaking criminology?

The emphasis is on structural causes of crime rather than blaming individual offenders.

What is the main focus of the feminist pornography debates?

The tension between anti-porn feminists who argue it reinforces patriarchy and pro-porn feminists who emphasize agency.

What reflection does Gabby Petito's case provide on media coverage and violence?

It showcases the 'Missing White Women Syndrome.'

What did the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls report on?

It identified persistent human rights violations as the root cause of violence against Indigenous women and 2SLGBTQQIA people.

How does the story of The Handmaid's Tale relate to feminist perspectives on power?

It illustrates how a patriarchal system can strip away women’s rights and the importance of resistance.

What are critiques of feminist and critical theories of deviance?

They have been accused of being utopian, reductionist, and 'playing the race card', which miss the goal of challenging the status quo.