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Patricia Hill Collins ( May 1, 1948) was an influential individual who incorporated intersectionality into standpoint epistemology. Her main objective was educating the public about the different ways oppression can affect a person's live experiences.

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Dorothy Smith (July 2, 2926- June 3, 2022) was a sociologist that founded the concept of how a problems and issues that women may go through should not be looked at through the lens of "traditional knowledge". She critique early sociology for ignoring the perspectives of minorities and women.

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The standpoint epistemology theory plays a pivotal role in reproductive rights in the terms of laws and regulations. Lawmakers can use this theory in applying how social class, gender and other factors could influence reproductive rights.

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Different controversies surround this standpoint.

One of the controversies is that this theory can cause marginalized groups to become victims of using their oppressions as a power move in society.

Another controversy is that individuals using this theory can lead to relativism, believing that all experiences are unique instead of individualizing each experiment.

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Standpoint epistemology stems from Karl Marx and Freidrich Engle's view that a person's social characteristics can influence their circumstances. This laid the foundation for the development of standpoint epistemology

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Nancy Hartstock ( 1943-March 19, 2015) helped to develop the feminist standpoint theory, hoping that men would be more understanding of women's oppression. In turn, the women could use their oppressed experiences to influence those of higher statuses.

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In today's society, standpoint epistemology has an important role in shaping academics and influencing political and social realms as well. This theory has become a voice for women, who are characterized as a marginalized group.