Liquor, Cocaine, Pot, Ecstasy and Sexism
The author criticizes Harvard's final clubs for their sexism, elitism, and wastefulness, despite admitting to having partaken in their parties. She recounts her regret for supporting such organizations, which she believes serve no meaningful purpose beyond offering a space for privileged male students to indulge in exclusive social activities. The author highlights the vast financial resources these clubs hoard, which could be better used for charitable causes. She condemns the clubs for their superficiality and the illusion of sophistication they project, calling out the inherent sexism and elitism within their culture. Ultimately, she questions how members of these clubs justify their participation in and support of such exclusionary institutions.| Creator |
Wurtzel, Elizabeth L.
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| Publisher |
The Harvard Crimson
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| Date |
1988-11-22
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| Format |
Digital
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| Local URL |
https://www.thecrimson.com/article/1988/11/22/liquor-cocaine-pot-ecstasy-and-sexism/
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| Tags | Advocacy, Final Clubs, Personal Account, Student Publications |
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| Date Added | July 3, 2024 |
| Date Modifed | January 7, 2025 |
| Collection | Harvard and Gender Discrimination |