MEN are the ones who have oppressed us all throughout history. MEN are the ones who need to pay up for past wrongdoings. MEN are the ones who need to step up to the plate.

As women we do not need to prove we are serious about feminism by paying 50/50 for our meals or by not wearing lipstick or whatever “rules” there are for being a true feminist.

The onus is on MEN to prove themselves.

As a women I should not need to PROVE to a man that feminism is a serious issue any more than a person of color should have to prove to a white person that racism is a serious issue.

So whenever you are feeling down or guilty about being a “bad feminist”, just remember that it’s not on you to prove your worth. It’s men’s responsibility to show that they take feminism seriously.