Cheryl Cooky: A real Super Bowl victory would be one that sees NFL cheerleaders get the financial compensation and respect they deserve. - NBCNewsTHINK
Yet given these changes have largely been suggested after the NFL cheerleaders’ lawsuits, sexual harassment allegations and advocacy for better workplace treatment, they only serve to reinforce the devaluing of femininity and shaming of those women adhering to feminine cultural norms and expectations. Instead of changing the uniforms, we need to change the underlying culture of sexism and misogyny.
For too long, women were told they should simply be thankful for the opportunity to be an NFL cheerleader regardless of their pay or treatment. Many were. But having a job that fulfills a lifelong dream for which you have worked hard does not justify low pay and poor working conditions. By that standard, the players taking the field Sunday should just be grateful for their chance to play, no compensation needed.
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