Meanwhile in Theory ... (Judith Butler, Socrates and a cat)

If you've ever delved into feminist theory, you are aware of Judith Butler. She is one of my intellectual heroes and in my opinion one of the great thinkers of our time. I am more attuned to her notions on the socio-political, such as her thoughts on precarious life, terrorism and sovereignty. Although I understand her ontology regarding gender performativity and false heteronormative binaries (see graphic below), I still feel there is gender biology at work to some (perhaps miniscule) degree that tends to inform our identity. Still, the thinker Butler rocks, and what ontology isn't rendered clearer when interrogated by cats?

This is the first part of the Socratic dialogue:

The second part of this dialogue can be viewed here. 

I'm still struggling with demands I've had to take on due to the illness of my mother, but I intend to keep this blog active. To that end, here's some Judith Butler with cats to help you tease out your thinking on gender.