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Key Takeaway
Both articles show how women are judged by both their character and their looks. Jennifer Anisten talked about times when the media heavily body shamed her, even suggesting she was pregnant. The other article talked about how women in government decisions are judged for their emotions as well, which shows how hard it is for women to escaper any type of judgement.
Side-by-side comparison
Media Text A
“Jennifer Aniston: The Objectification of Women in Media is ‘Absurd and Disturbing’”
Analysis
This text highlights assumptions and rumors being started about women’s bodies in media, specifically Jennifer Aniston. She feels as though the objectification that women are put through is absurd and disturbing. Women are measured against their beauty and attractiveness, having children or being pregnant, and body changes.
Media Text B
“Views of Obstacles for Women Seeking High Political Office”
Analysis
This text and image highlights different traits and characteristics women and men are compared to, depending on what traits help or hurt their chances in getting elected. If women are physically attractive, it is ruled to help their chances. However, if women are assertive, show emotions, don’t have experience in elected offices, are not married, or are older than 70 years old, it is said to hurt their chances. In turn, all the characteristics that hurt women’s chances are set to help men’s chances. Therefore, women are scrutinized and judged more.
Question
Why do you think women are so judged for their capabilities and bodies?