JAP as Hypervisible Image

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J.A.P, a term used by some, yet misunderstood by most; stands for Jewish American Princess. "A J.A.P is defined as a Jewish woman who drives a male- perhaps her father or her husband- to finance her consumption. Her wants are insatiable." (Sher, Page 5). Many people all over the country use this word to describe a specific persons' personality or outside appearance. A J.A.P is looked at as being rich, …

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…fought until they got what they deserved, their freedom. Women today, are taking notes about the many feminists of the 1950s and 60s, learning not to take no for an answer. Yes, "J.A.P" no longer refers to the power and determination of past feminists. These theorized images become more of a style, and ones style regards ones values and personality, so therefore these images pin down and label individuals in an unfair manner.