Modern Day Patriarchy

The term patriarchy is defined as “a system of society or government in which the father or eldest male is head of the family and descent is traced through the male line” (Merriam Webster). In addition, this word which originated from the Greek language can also mean, “a system of society or government organized on patriarchal lines which means the men hold the power and women are largely excluded from it” ( Merriam Webster).The ideas of patriarchy is something that I had never thought about because I never used to question the way the world was. After learning about this concept, I realize how relevant it is our everyday life and it has made question some things. Why has there never been a woman president? Why is it that in 2016, women still …show more content…
This is something similar to what I had went through in high school. Technological abuse is using technology, social media or texting to constantly harass, control and embarrass the other’s partner. In the article, a girl named India described this type of abuse she experienced. She explained how when they argued, he would raise his voice at her, showing his power over her (CBS Miami). Lastly, she described how she attempted to end the relationship, he posted nude photos on her on social media. This is a clear example of modern day patriarchy. There are thousands of examples of women trying to leave their spouse and ending up with these types of severe punishments. This is a patriarchal message that a women can never leave a man because she should not have that kind of power.The consequences were much more severe in the past but the consequences can still be fatal today. From my own experience, I suffered from this abuse in a way as well. When I attempted to break up with my partner, he always brushed it off as everything I was saying was a joke and never listened to the issues I raised. Patriarchal continues to rule all of the world’s systems, especially young heterosexual