Far be it to contradict Yong Ae Yue, but I think he fails to grasp the nature of misogyny when he says that "increasing cultural awareness, educating people about history, and improving economic opportunities for women" will have much effect on this matters. They are, of course, good things to do and the average American knows little about Asian culture. But the truth is that the twisted masculinities that predominate in our country don't care about history or culture and will hunt women down, whether we work in spas and nail salons, bakeries, or corporate offices. As I see it, Yong's mother and her colleagues were above all gunned down for being women.
Far be it to contradict Yong Ae Yue, but I think he fails to grasp the nature of misogyny when he says that "increasing cultural awareness, educating people about history, and improving economic opportunities for women" will have much effect on this matters. They are, of course, good things to do and the average American knows little about Asian culture. But the truth is that the twisted masculinities that predominate in our country don't care about history or culture and will hunt women down, whether we work in spas and nail salons, bakeries, or corporate offices. As I see it, Yong's mother and her colleagues were above all gunned down for being women.
Re: Patricia Highsmith....I have come to her late in life and am thoroughly enjoying the catch-up.