http://www.secularwoman.org/ourresponse
Rather than taking the criticisms seriously they have chosen the ridiculous option of redefining feminism as, and I quote:
"being against sexism"
And yet they do not allow any debate on their particular interpretation.
If you disagree with their stance then you are, therefore, in favor of sexism! :shock:
UPDATE (4/15/13):
1. The idea that “feminism is a social movement to end sexism†is a textbook definition. We are not interested in participating in diversionary conversations about ‘gender feminism’ or ‘equity feminism’ or whether the SCUM Manifesto represents our definition of feminism. It does not.
Feminism – defined simply as being against sexism – is one of our values. As such, it informs the way we approach the mission, vision, and strategic goals of our volunteer organization.
Proving that feminism is a valid worldview is something Secular Woman is not interested in pursuing. What we are interested in pursuing is the strategic goals that we have set for our organization.
2. Because of our Response to the Open Letter, we have been criticized for not wanting to “listen to†or “be more charitable†to our opponents. This criticism suggests that we have shut down the dialog before even listening to the “opposing†side. The dialog concerning feminism and its role in atheism/secularism has been going on for some time now and we are aware of the great number of related conversations that have taken place in countless online forums, at secular conferences, and other venues. The formation of Secular Woman was a response to the ongoing “debate†about whether feminism has a place in the secular movement and community. We assert that it does. Because of this core value, we work from a viewpoint that takes the defining principles of feminism to be “self evident†(meaning we are not going to debate feminism’s validity; but are very open to discussions within a feminist framework).
Since conversations about the nuances of feminism are happening elsewhere, Secular Woman chooses to focus on its mission: promoting the voice and presence of non-religious women. We also choose to take the advice of Ron Lindsay (CFI President and CEO): "Or, if one thinks enough effort has been spent on rebuttal, simply ignoring them."
