Do we live in a patriarchy?

Question

• What is the patriarchy?
• Do we live in a patriarchy?

Sources

https://www.stevestewartwilliams.com/p/do-we-live-in-a-patriarchy

Answer from Wikle

The article defines patriarchy as a social system in which men hold primary power and predominate in roles of political leadership, moral authority, social privilege, and control of property. In the domain of the family, fathers or father-figures hold authority over women and children.

As for the question "Do we live in a patriarchy?", the article argues that it is more complex than a simple yes or no answer. The author points out that while there are still areas where men are in a dominant position, there are also numerous aspects of society where women have equal or even greater power. The author suggests that it is more accurate to say that we live in a society that was formerly a patriarchy but has been moving towards equality for some time, albeit unevenly.