Political Lesbianism and Female Friendship What are the reasons for choosing political lesbianism? Is political lesbianism used as a political strategy for women to create/gain female friendships and sisterhood?

Absztrakt (kivonat)

This thesis explores the relationship between political lesbianism and the need that women have for female friendships. The thesis investigates the process of making the choice to exit heterosexuality, as well as the reasons behind this choice. A short history of the idea of political lesbianism is presented in this thesis, alongside with the critiques of compulsory heterosexuality and further explorations of female friendships. The main sociological issues are revolving around sexuality and accessing this subject from social constructionist approach. Reflexivity is used as one of the tools during the thesis analysis. Findings suggest that women are, through radical feminism, choosing their sexuality and rejecting heterosexuality, providing rich analysis behind their reasons and motivation to go through this process.