Is Utah the Most Sexist State? No

• Autorzy: David R. Iglesias , Walter E. Block
• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

This paper critically examines the claim that Utah is "the most sexist state" in the United States, as suggested by a WalletHub report ranking it lowest in "Women's Equality." Utilizing an economic analysis from the Austrian School perspective, this study scrutinizes the data, metrics, and conclusions of reports by the Utah Women & Leadership Project (UWLP). The analysis focuses on distinguishing statistical disparities from sexism, proposing that observed gender inequalities in Utah are largely influenced by cultural and economic factors, particularly the state's high marriage rate and traditional gender roles. Contrary to the notion that sexism predominantly drives gender disparities, the paper argues that personal choices and subjective value theory play significant roles in shaping these outcomes. The study highlights the importance of considering cultural context, individual preferences, and the marital asymmetry hypothesis when interpreting gender-related data, challenging the assertion that Utah's gender disparities are primarily due to sexist attitudes. The findings suggest that Utah's gender gaps in areas such as income and workforce participation are more accurately attributed to the state's unique cultural and economic landscape rather than pervasive sexism.(original abstract)

Słowa kluczowe

EN

Women's discrimination; Equal rights for women and men; Women's rights

PL

Dyskryminacja kobiet; Równouprawnienie kobiet i mężczyzn; Prawa kobiet

• Czasopismo: Studia Humana
• Rocznik: 2024
• Tom: 13(4)
• Strony: 1--12

Twórcy

autor

David R. Iglesias

• Loyola University New Orleans, United States

autor

Walter E. Block

• Loyola University New Orleans, United States of America

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Identyfikatory

DOI

10.2478/sh-2024-0020