Sonia Johnson

Sonia Johnson is an American feminist activist and writer, born on February 27, 1936, in Malad City, Idaho . Raised in a fifth-generation Mormon family, she graduated from Utah State University and Rutgers College, later earning a doctorate in education . In the late 1970s, Johnson became a vocal supporter of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), challenging the LDS Church's opposition to it. Her activism led to her excommunication from the church in 1979 . She also ran for president in 1984 as the nominee of the Citizens Party, receiving over 70,000 votes .BrainyQuote+6awpc.cattcenter.iastate.edu+6+6awpc.cattcenter.iastate.edu+7HandWiki+7DBpedia Association+7

Johnson's literary works include From Housewife to Heretic, Wildfire: Igniting the She/Volution, and Going Out of Our Minds: The Metaphysics of Liberation. Her writings explore themes of feminism, spirituality, and societal transformation . In her book Going Out of Our Minds, she critiques the role of religion in perpetuating patriarchy, stating, “Religion is the central pillar of patriarchy, the means through which male supremacy became and remains dogma” . Her work has been influential in feminist thought and activism.Amazon+5Goodreads+5Amazon+5

Johnson's activism and writings have left a lasting impact on feminist discourse. She emphasizes the importance of individual agency and collective action, asserting, “One of my favorite fantasies is that next Sunday not one single woman, in any country of the world, will go to church. If women simply stop giving our time and energy to the institutions that oppress, they would have to cease to do so” . Her legacy continues to inspire those advocating for gender equality and social justice.DBpedia Association+2awpc.cattcenter.iastate.edu+2HandWiki+2Quotlr+1A-Z Quotes+1