#james potter is a feminist

[kneecaps-the-marauder]

James: If we had a ship name what would it be

Regulus: Jegulus, obviously

James: not blotter?

Regulus: Why the fuck would it be blotter

James: Our last names! when we get married we have to mix them together

Regulus: James, thats not how lastnames work

James: Well I'm not taking yours, I'm a feminist

Regulus: James what-

James: ROTTER! FINAL ANSWER

Regulus: THAT MAKES EVEN LESS SENSE

[maxdibert]

The nickname “Snivellus” derives from the word “snivel,” which means crybaby. So, Snivellus was basically a way of mocking the fact that Severus might show his emotions—that instead of toughing it out like a stereotypical, macho, strong, hairy-chested man, he cried. I don’t think I need to explain why this nickname is problematic—any nickname used to bully someone is problematic—but a nickname that also references a supposed weakness, stemming from the expectations of a patriarchal society for men to display “unmanly” behavior typical of “weak” men, is not just problematic due to the bullying itself but also because of the misogynistic implications it carries. Because yes, misogyny and hegemonic gender roles also affect men by demanding certain traits from them to validate them socially. And I know the Marauders lived in the 1970s, and that Rowling is one of the worst when it comes to gender issues. But I find it quite ironic how Marauders Stans or Slytherin Skittles, who have built their trash fandom and constant Snape-bashing around the topic of LGBTQ+ themes, have the audacity to mock Snape using a nickname that directly attacks gender nonconformity and justifies a toxic, traditional masculinity that shames men who cry or show emotions, labeling them as less valid.

The Marauders weren’t social justice warriors, and James and Sirius, in particular, embodied the classic values of male success through the performance of stereotypical “macho” characteristics: as leaders, as “alphas” of the pack. Both are violent; both are cocky men who try to stand out and mark their territory. Both exhibit behaviors that have typically been excused in men just because they are men, such as abusive and reckless behavior. Their nickname for Severus stems from the idea that showing emotions—especially crying—if you are a man, is a reason for ridicule and mockery because men don’t cry. Men are supposed to be strong, puff out their chests, and keep going because that’s what men do. It’s a misogynistic and archaic mindset that continues to be perpetuated in social models and relationships to this day. And I find it incredibly hypocritical that certain people who claim to hate J.K. Rowling for being a transphobe then go on to appropriate the horribly sexist nicknames she created for a group of heterosexual men embodying toxic masculinity to bully another man for not performing the traditional masculine model expected of someone like him.

Because Severus wasn’t a “macho”. Severus was a studious introvert with a more passive character who didn’t fit into the masculine vision of the time. Everything about him, including his appearance, demeanor, and interests, is unmasculine from a hegemonic perspective given the historical context. But these people don’t care. They’re so limited, so ignorant, and so cynical that they not only ignore these kinds of nuances but even find it funny to reproduce insults that any real-life James Potter would probably have used against them.

Make no mistake: James Potter and Sirius Black wouldn’t have been your friends. They would have tortured you as much, if not more, than Snape. And that’s the most pathetic part of their fandom, unfortunately.

[remus-poopin]

Wait am I alone here?? Personally I love viewing the marauders + snape as sexist in some shape or form,, do people hate this?

[redadidassneakers]

James: if I ever meet the menstrual cycle in real life I’m gonna beat the shit out of it

Lily: okay…?

James: because im a feminist

Marlene: thank you for your service Potter!!

[winnienora14]

Stop making/calling Lily a lesbian JUST because she doesn’t want to date James.

Women have the right to not like a man just because they don’t like him.They don’t need to not like men at all for that to happen, just to not like that specific man.

Because yes, in contrary to what you seem to believe, women say no sometimes. We do not need men’s validation or appreciation.

WOMEN SOMETIMES REJECT A MAN, NOT BECAUSE THEY’RE QUEER, BUT BECAUSE THEY DON’T WANT TO GO OUT WITH HIM.

[yourlocalbadgerscales]

Marauders & Co Incorrect Quotes

James: …Lily no, you don’t get it, I’m sorry but you can’t say “Man up” to a woman! Lily: But why? Don’t you believe that women can do anything men can do? James: Well yes but- Lily: But what?? James: James: Okay you have a point Lily: Exactly! *shouts across the room* C’mon Mary, you heard him! Man up!

[padfootswhiskers]

it’s so fucking annoying. James was literally a misogynistic(didn’t take no from lil) queerphobic(bullied gnc kid) jock. Just because he could tolerate certain marginalized people who played by his rules(cough cough Remus Lupin) doesn’t negate that

i mean let’s be honest, this was the 70s. i don’t think any of the marauder era students were very particular about supporting queer people

saying james simply tolerated a werewolf is kind of unfair because for all his faults, he illegally became an animagus to keep his friend company. (remember—even progressive families like the weasleys look down on werewolves.)

james had a very black and white view of people; remus was on the Good side, therefore none of his attributes could truly be bad. sirius was his friend, therefore none of his cruelty or recklessness could truly be harmful. meanwhile severus was into the dark arts, so of course it was alright to make fun of his clothes and his hair and his social standing. it’s a more common attitude than you would think, tbh!

it’s this sort of, you know, two-dimensional thinking that probably allowed peter to get away with what he did. (completely paraphrasing here because i cba to pull up the quote but remus even tells harry that james would’ve found it the height of insult to doubt his friends.)

as for lily…i don’t really see how he’s misogynistic? i’m assuming you mean “he asked lily out over and over again” despite her refusal? because that…didn’t really happen, canonically. we see snape tell lily in SWM that “potter fancies her” which is not something he’d be whispering furiously if james was asking her out every other day

[wolfstarschildreal]

so real. james is a major feminist !!

[missdblack22]

James wrote Lily's name inside in a snitch, like an object which he had to catch.

James shouted Lily that he spell her a hex when she defended her best friend and didn't let him play with his favorite toy.

James used her best friend to a coin to change for getting a date. And when they were dating, he continued his bullying with Snape. So, he didn't complish his promise, he was lying and hiding information to her.

James started to argue with Vernon when the Evans sisters had a dinner with her couples because James couldn't stop being the macho alfa all the time.

I’m 99% sure Lily Evans was a feminist and y’all Sn*ily stans treating her like an object would really piss her off. 

[maxdibert]

They’re always going on about how ‘Snape joined a terrorist cult that killed people because of their origins,’ but they conveniently forget that ‘Snape betrayed that terrorist group and actively worked for 18 years to destroy it.’ Apparently, for these people, social reintegration through personal sacrifice for the greater good doesn’t count as redemption, but getting a girl pregnant before turning 20 does.

[thatlittlefangirl]

Meet the Young Marauders!

James "Don't make me hex you, Evans" Potter

Sirius "I wish it was a full moon" Black

Peter *cheerleader for absolutely no reason* Pettigrew

Remus *ignores/avoids his prefect responsibilities* Lupin

And they're queer feminists who fight Dark Arts!!

[alexandriastark76]

Initially, I was very indifferent to Regulus Black, but with all the unnecessary bit of information which is not even canon that gets shoved down my throat every time I’m on Pinterest or Tumblr EVEN WHEN I DONT FOLLOW A MARAUDER TAG OR REGULUS BLACK’S TAG, is making me hate that dude.

You take a man with like one phrase in the books, give him a bunch of traits which are stolen atp from Severus Snape and Sirius Black, romanticise it, wrap it in a shiny package as James Potter’s boytoy and present him as a feminist queer people’s ally who hated Voldemort, when the dude literally had a shrine dedicated to Voldemort and joined him willingly until his house elf’s life was on the line.

Y’all are making OCs at this rate and calling him “SlYthERiN’S hErO” “HaRrY sHouLD’vE nAMeD hIS sOn aFtER hIM” bro stfu Harry didn’t know about Regulus’s existence until Sirius told him that he had a brother, and didn’t think of him after the first horcrux was destroyed.

Bro consorted with all ardent death eaters and you lot go “HE WOULD AVENGE HIS BOYFRIEND’S DEATH” BABE JAMES POTTER HATED REGULUS BLACK. JUST SAY THAT YOU MADE A WHOLE NEW UNIVERSE WHICH HAS NO RELATION TO THE OG HARRY POTTER MARAUDERS WHATSOEVER

[potions-of-dark-devotion]

At this point I’ve come to understand It’s ok if it’s sexual assault and battery as long as it’s Severus Snape then anything goes, even murder aparently.

Someone on tiktok made a slideshow of things in the books that they wish would’ve been included in the films, one of them being the marauders choking and SA’ing snape in SWM, and the comments were a bunch of their stans saying “anyway stan james potter” are y’all hearing yourselves?

[vqmp-grrrl]

james fleamont potter would LOVE the giver by chappel roan but the thing is he would think of it like an empowering, feminist song. he'd, one day, off-handedly mention it in front of sirius and remus. sirius would BURST INTO LAUGHTER and remus would just go "yeah no it's about lesbian sex."

[yourlocalbadgerscales]

My OFFICIAL intro post, since I never actually made one!

Hi!! I’m yourlocalbadgerscales ^^ My name is a reference to me being a Slytherpuff 💚💛

Yes, I’m a diehard Harry Potter fan and a Slytherpuff for life!

A little something about me then. I go by she/her pronouns and I am currently questioning my sexuality, but I’m pretty sure I am at least panromantic. And I feel like that’s all you need to know about my sexuality to know that this profile is a safe place for all you fellow queers (:

I feel like it’s also important to know that I am a teenager and therefore a minor, so any predators, please leave my profile immediately (I have already encountered one, sadly, and I’m new here! I made an account on Tumblr last week or so)!

But I do not mind making friends or just chatting with adults ^^

My interests:

• Music! I love singing and I want to learn playing the piano. I also love listening to music and I do it 24/7. My favourite artists right now are Conan Gray and Taylor Swift, but I also love a little bit of Eminem ^^ • Books! I read a lot, lately I have mostly read fanfiction but I want to change that, hehe. I also enjoy writing books myself (and fanfics).

• Harry Potter! I read the books when I was just a little kid, but I never really discovered the charm of Potterverse until last summer (when I btw realised that I was queer). I have strong opinions on many things in Harry Potter but there’s room for discussion! Feel free to comment on my posts and reblog, or just write to me privately so we can discuss!

• Marauders Era! I love the Marauders so much guys you don’t understand 😭 My favourite ships are Jegulus and Wolfstar! My favourite marauders era characters are James and Regulus!

•LGBTQIA+!

These are topics I will post a lot of stuff about on here!

Things I don’t like and won’t accept on my profile:

• Homophobes, transphobes etc.

• Racists

• People against feminism

• Bullies

• Snape apologists (unless you just want to have a polite, nice chat about your reasons and opinions, I love learning new things and trying to see stuff from a different POV!)

• Predators, pedophiles

• Trump supporters

• No picking sides between Israel and Hamas on here ‼️‼️‼️

• Nazis

• People who deny climate change

• People why deny that kids can have depression, anxiety etc.

• People who look down on other people with disorders or diagnoses

• Genuinely just people who look down on other, hate people for things they can’t control or are bullies. Yeah, you get it.

Other things to know about me:

• Don’t assume stuff about me

• I’m from Europe. Wtf is 5’6 and all that shi /j

• I don’t plan on showing my face on here. Ever. But I might reconsider.

• If you want to follow me elsewhere I am also on Pinterest and Spotify. Write to me and I’ll give you the links :)

• I am not diagnosed yet, however I am pretty damn sure I’m autistic and have ADD (ADHD), based on a lot of research and what professionals have said about me. So I am not self-diagnosed :)

• No slander of any kind on here. If you disagree with me or others here, be polite about it. I am kind of sensitive when it comes to destructive critism… learnt that the hard way.

• UNLESS I accidentally say something really hurtful! Don’t be scared to point that out! I can assure you I never meant to hurt anyone, if that’s the case.

Now you know a little more about me! I may have forgotten something so I might add stuff later!

I often follow back, BUT I would love if all my followers are just people who genuinely enjoy my content and not following me only to get more followers themselves.

Have a nice day and drink some water! ;) Your favourite badger xx ❤️

[here-am-i-sitting-in-a-tin-can]

Does James Fleamont Potter respect women?

Yes. Effie raised him a feminist.

Would James Fleamont Potter rail you on his kitchen counter and call you degrading names?

Also yes.

(Would I let him?

Absolutely.)