FAQ About John Stuart Mill
How did John Stuart Mill contribute to feminist thought?
John Stuart Mill made significant contributions to feminist thought, most notably through his essay 'The Subjection of Women' (1869). In this work, he argues for the equality of women and men's legal and social status, advocating for women's rights to education and participation in politics. Mill asserts that society's progress is markedly hindered by suppressing women's potential, making a case for gender equality decades before it became a widespread movement.
