What is the “4B movement” and why are so many liberal American women becoming a part of it? The 4B Movement, stemming from South Korea, represents a stark departure from traditional societal norms. This movement, deeply rooted in a commitment to reject not only conventional family structures but also sexual relationships, seeks to redefine the roles of women outside the constraints of traditional expectations.
The term “4B” plays on a linguistic twist in Korean—’bi’ (비/非), meaning ‘no’—embodying a firm rejection of marriage, childbirth, dating, and sex. Interestingly, since Donald Trump‘s reelection—a period characterized by hysteria from the left—the 4B Movement has found resonance among liberal women in the United States.
Fundamentally, the 4B Movement is an abstinence initiative, a stance many conservatives have long endorsed as part of a broader pro-life strategy. The irony is palpable and not lost on us: as liberal women in America begin their sex strike, this would naturally lead to fewer abortions—a consequence that I, and many other conservatives, would welcome.
The 4B movement, though seemingly radical, may strike a chord with women influenced by the left’s fear-mongering, yet how many will genuinely adhere to its strictures? Surely, not all. While the thought of an America filled with women forgoing marriage and motherhood isn’t what I envision, I do advocate for American women making wiser personal life choices. If the 4B movement prompts women to more carefully consider the consequences of their dating and sexual decisions, perhaps it serves a purpose.
However, at its heart, the movement seems driven by a newfound zeal for abstinence, stemming from a distrust in men—a sentiment amplified by the left in reaction to Trump’s reelection. This is a pity. If women weren’t so bombarded by the bias of social media and mainstream media, they might recognize that all Americans, regardless of gender, desire the same foundational things: safety, a robust economy, and peace. Trump has committed to these objectives. Just because a radically pro-abortion candidate didn’t win doesn’t mean women need to renounce intimate relationships.
Rather than embracing the extremes of the 4B movement, women should consider forming stable relationships, building families within strong, supportive units, and fostering a healthy society. The knee-jerk reaction to retreat into abstinence due to political disagreements reflects a deeper need for dialogue and understanding across our communities, not withdrawal and isolation. Let’s focus on fostering relationships that contribute positively to our collective future rather than succumbing to fear-driven isolation.
