The basic function of civilization is to isolate humans from the environment (mother) that spawned us. After that, it's bullies all the way down. Stopping the Us vs Them mentality is a start, but then what are people for? I submit that unless we all learn to contribute rather than extract, we won't be able to put aside the blind competitive fanaticisms. The patriarchy can't exist with generosity to places as a goal. Patriarchy IS consumerism/colonialism: The Economy of Stupid.
The feminine can at least feel and understand generosity, but in a world of competition, generosity is a weakness unless enough of the 'weak' can go on strike. The most effective alternative is usually the "off" button.