Some forms of misogynist speech only target a subset of women. Richardson-Self argues that we should
A) deny that subsets of women can be the targets of hate speech.
B) say that this speech is merely sexist speech.
C) consider such speech hate speech.
D) understand misogynistic speech as akin to other forms of oppressive speech against racial minorities.

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Richardson-Self argues that such speech should be considered hate speech, indicating that it is a form of speech that targets a specific group of people with the intention of harming or conveying hate towards them. This aligns with the definition of hate speech, which involves the use of language or gestures that are intended to vilify or demean a particular group based on their identity characteristics. Denying that subsets of women can be the targets of hate speech (option A) would ignore the reality of misogyny and the ways in which it manifests in different forms, including those that target specific groups of women. While it is true that such speech can also be considered sexist (option B), this label may not capture the severity or impact of the speech, particularly if it is used to perpetuate harmful stereotypes or fuel discrimination. Lastly, although it may be helpful to draw similarities between oppressive speech against different groups (option D), this does not necessarily address the unique experiences and effects of misogyny on women.

Some Forms of Misogynist Speech Only Target a Subset of Women