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A recurring theme involves misconceptions about the history of women's work and contributions prior to the 1960s. Critics sometimes claim that women didn't work or contribute outside domestic roles before feminism, which is historically inaccurate. Women across history have long contributed significantly to communities through industry, education, entrepreneurship, and activism.
Conservative voices often valorize motherhood and domestic roles but neglect or dismiss women's broader societal contributions. This selective appreciation is evident in speeches by conservative figures like Harrison Butker and others who emphasize motherhood as the primary value for women, often overlooking the diversity of women's experiences and achievements.