"The left ask people to believe that there is no conflict between feminism and the family"

The text refers to a belief held by some in the political left that feminism and household worths are not in dispute with each other. Christopher Lasch was a historian and cultural critic who wrote thoroughly on the subjects of individualism and the decline of the family. In this quote, he recommends that this idea is flawed, as feminist worths often prioritize private rights and autonomy over the conventional family structure. This dispute can be seen in arguments around issues such as abortion rights and same-sex marriage. Lasch's statement indicates that there may be a fundamental stress in between feminist ideals and the standard family.