Define sexism. Define and explain how patriarchy, hegemony, and stereotyping contribute to sexism in the United States and around the world. Use examples in your answer.
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1. Sexism: Entire range of attitudes, beliefs, policies, laws, and behaviors discriminating against women (or against men) on the basis of their [sex or] gender
2. Patriarchy: Form of social organization in which men dominate and have power and authority over women
3. Hegemony: Domination by one group, class, or sex over another is achieved by a combination of political and ideological means
4. Stereotyping: Attributing a fixed and usually unfavorable and inaccurate conception to a category of people; men victims of stereotyping as well (Table 8-2)
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