At the beginning of the article, it mentioned that the Chicanas began to work together in their fight against oppression. They were ready to challenge any institution that they had to, in order for the feminist movement to be recognized and so that they would receive their liberation. There were workshops set up all over the country in an effort to combat the problem of oppression and address the community about their struggles.
Not only are the Chicanas an oppressed nationality, but they are prejudiced against due to the fact that they are women and are members of the working class. Male chauvinism was deeply rooted in society at this time, which often resulted in the submission of women. However, Chicanas knew that they deserved the right to control their own body and make their own decisions in regard to birth control, abortions, etc. In addition, they deserved equal treatment in the workplace and at home, and adequate health care; so, they fought for all of these things.
Again, I really enjoyed reading this article; however, it was
difficult to hear about their hardships. They did not have an
easy time in their struggle for liberation and equal rights.
However, they remained strong and fought for what they
believed in, which is important.
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