Reevaluating Gender Roles in the Irish Constitution
Words: 621 Pages: 2 4904The Irish Constitution, crafted under the leadership of Éamon de Valera in 1937, has long been a subject of scrutiny, particularly concerning its portrayal of gender roles. De Valera's assertion that "everyone knows there is little chance of having a home … if there is no woman in it, the woman is really the home-maker" reflects the societal norms of that era. However, the feminist movement, including notable figures such as Countess Markievicz, has consistently challenged these outdated views. Markievicz, […]