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Rhetorical Theorist: Kimberle Crenshaw Kimberle Crenshaw is a prominent figure, recognised for her feminist sociological theories. Most recognised for the conceptualisation of ‘intersectionality’ as a way of theorising and analysing the ways in which race and gender intersect within “systematic oppression”, marginalisation, minority groups, discrimination and identity politics. Crenshaw, considered the pioneer of this theory and concept, consequently theorised a complex area and perspective which was previously largely free from critique, however was of great importance in understanding the political, cultural and social subordination of particular intersections of race and gender. Crenshaw utilises many forms of rhetoric, within her analysis of how marginalisation and oppression has been constituted and constructed over time, but also in her own theories which appeal to numerous branches of rhetoric in their nature, as well as in their highly subjective and personal resonance for the individual. This resonance is varied, depending on the perceivable oppression or marginalisation of the individual or conversely the ways in which Crenshaw’s theory may uncover the notion of systematic and naturalised privilege within another individual’s context and life. Consequently, Crenshaw may be expressing or developing theory based upon her own feminist position and consequently providing a voice which influences or impacts the normalised cultural and social positions in regards to marginalised groups; most notably those oppressed by factors which have been constructed alongside their race or gender. This rhetorical theory can be applied to the Cronulla riots of 2005.