The equality of women and men as an independent fundamental right

摘要

The equality of women and men is included in the Treaty of Lisbon as an independent fundamental right for good reason. Women are not a minority and participate fully in the Christian Democratic view of humankind. It is high time to translate this principle into policy, as an aim to be actively pursued. Equality is not a goal in itself. When women’s talents get a chance to blossom, this will not only benefit the economy but also strengthen political decision-making. Thus, it is not only jurists and politicians, but also—and indeed, especially—our theologians and philosophers, who should immerse themselves in what Christian Democratic tradition has to say about the equality of women and men.