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Public Opinion, Sexual Difference and the Welfare State

There are significant differences between the roles played by women and men in achieving welfare goals. Feminist theorists have analysed the implications of these differences and postulated that gender is a major force in shaping ideas. However, this view has been challenged by some writers, including post-structuralist and deconstructionist feminists, who have drawn attention to the significant differences in outlook, behaviour and circumstances among women. This paper assesses the relevance of these arguments by exploring the connection between sex and ideas about statutory provision of social services and government and private provision of health care and education. The analysis is based on data from a national survey of attitudes to state and private welfare in Australia.