Gender Studies - November 2007

that they can only perform once or twice a week? It doesn't sound fair, does it, but is that what it's all about?
(Of course, I know that some women hang in there indefinitely for an assortment of reasons.)

2007-11-02 12:15:09 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

L. F. Hoffman wrote: "In the United States, daughters of employed mothers have been shown to name their mother as a person they most want to resemble later in life more often then sons".
What is your opinion?

2007-11-02 11:45:00 · 9 answers · asked by Deirdre O 7

The message of sexism comes at us in two ways: external and internal oppression. The external sexism is messages and behavior coming to us from outside, through institutions and individuals, e.g. “Women are too emotional to be in positions of authority.” Internalized sexism is taking in and believing the stereotypes and misinformation that our sexist culture tells us about being female and what it means to be a woman, resulting in e.g. “What do I know…” , “Who am I to speak…” Both external and internal avenues of oppression are painful and limiting for women as individuals and as a group, and deprives the world of our best thoughts, decisions, and actions.
[Janet Thomas (BREAKFREE): THEORY AND THOUGHTS.]

2007-11-02 11:14:55 · 8 answers · asked by Flyinghorse 6

What I mean is if you are happy with whom you are, or do you wish to change some things about yourself

2007-11-02 11:05:56 · 26 answers · asked by Flyinghorse 6

I think this is a serious question that mothers and fathers need to address with their chidren. Contrary to the belief of radical feminists like Rio Madrea, there is a difference between boys hitting girls and boys hitting boys.

Again, it will offend the radical feminists, but the fact is that an average size guy like myself (5'11 185 lbs in decent shape) is stronger than 98% of woman. And even that 2% who are stronger are not going to seriously endanger me unless they have a weapon. So if a woman gets in my face and wants to fight, I walk away or if she lunges at me, I simply subdue her w/o striking her. So there really is no excuse for an average size guy to hit a girl, no matter what she does. But if a guy gets in my face and wants to fight, I have every right to hit him and teach the punk a lesson.

2007-11-02 10:43:16 · 15 answers · asked by mcentee34 2

Can you state if you are a feminist or have feminist tendencies?

2007-11-02 09:49:09 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-02 09:11:29 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-02 09:02:52 · 28 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-02 09:01:54 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-02 09:01:07 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-02 09:00:16 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

.. their reproductive organs?

If they demand special privilege, respect or appreciation because they "give life" (even though it takes a man and a woman), that sorta blows taking them seriously about equality out of the water doesn't it? Proof of them doing it here:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AubkqbTJZ3YVM0UkewKgST5A6Qt.;_ylv=3?qid=20071102122729AA2wjnk

Additionally how can we take them seriously when they say they should be valued for something other than their reproductive organs if they are constantly bringing it up as justification for why they should be treated better than men?

2007-11-02 08:39:55 · 19 answers · asked by Rio Madeira 3

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,307680,00.html

2007-11-02 08:02:36 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

Personally I don't think so but that's just me.

btw I think that granny panties are comfy. :)

2007-11-02 07:53:54 · 10 answers · asked by ♥ ~Sigy the Arctic Kitty~♥ 7

You always see the question " Can Men and Women really be friends?" and most of the time it's asked by women. My question is- who cares? I mean really, as a man who's not here to ruffle feathers or stir the pot or anything- Just being honest-- women dont make that great of friends for a man anyway. I'm talking about real friends- not casual friends but serious complimentary complete friends.

Real shyt, what subject is there out there where I'd rather have a woman's cooperation(a woman whom I'm not F^ing mind you) than a man? Business/Finance? (No) Entertainment? (No) Sports? (No) Politics? (No) Women? (No) Name one. Hey. Hey! I love having women as a casual " Hey how ya doin!" type friend. Having women as " Hey get your girls together, lets go to the club" type friend. But really if you take away the sexual tension, in all honesty a woman makes like 54% as good a friend as another man. You agree or what?

2007-11-02 07:51:40 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Or is longevity her way to payback,compensate for the handicap early done?
I don't believe Men are stronger or healthier forever but seemly shiny resilience lasts.Even the Younger women find it attractive and benefit from it.

2007-11-02 06:50:46 · 18 answers · asked by amleth 4

(As with questions concerning "some feminists", please note that "some" is different from "all" or "most" or "many".)

Some masculists defend a view of masculinity as the "strong, silent type", as primal, even primitive, uncomplicated, simple, not "over-analyzing", not "thinking too much", and even suggest that when men discuss feelings, they're being "feminized".

While they are entitled to their views on masculinity, I then have to wonder when they also make a show of celebrating how many men have been great philosophers, poets, and other thinkers

Did these men not analyze things? Did they not think things through over and over from many angles? Did they not express emotions? Were they the "strong, silent type"?

Does it make sense for masculists to celebrate the achievements of men who, on their own terms, aren't really much "men" at all?

2007-11-02 06:33:50 · 18 answers · asked by Gnu Diddy! 5

Or, are both the genders equally as hogish?

2007-11-02 06:30:20 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous

NASA aims to put a man/woman on mars by 2037, should it be a man or a woman that represents the human race by being the first person to set foot on it. We have both male and female astronauts now so who do you think it should be and why?

http://www.marsdaily.com/reports/NASA_aims_to_put_man_on_Mars_by_2037_999.html

2007-11-02 05:56:26 · 21 answers · asked by Johno 5

with the sick need to abuse women, debase them or lessen the heroic effort they put forth.
I salute all women in the armed forces, those I served with and those before and since. I respect the women who choose to fight, as well as the support roles that are filled.
However, there are few women as physically strong as me.
How can any person compare this heroic effort to the desire not to be hit by a coward of a man, while standing in the bedroom or more likely from behind, just to make some wimp's point that is totally devoid of any form of logic or pride?

2007-11-02 05:08:46 · 9 answers · asked by paigespirate 4

WHAT THE HELL?

Do they expect to just "walk" over the opponents lines or something?

FEMINISTS - You are treated badly because you asked to be treated equally and not like a lady. You asked for it! Now you got it. ;)

2007-11-02 04:11:30 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

Honest question here. I've never understood why some people consider this refuting an argument. For instance, I could say "You shouldn't smoke; you could get cancer." Would it be an intellectual retort to reply with "Not EVERYONE who smokes gets cancer!"? Of course not. The main thrust of the argument remains.

I mean, I've heard others talk about how males make up the majority of criminals; I don't counter with "Not ALL men are criminals!" If I wanted to refute the argument, I'd go for the source.

So why is this so common? Is it because they have no better argument? Are they ignorant of how ineffective it is? What gives?

2007-11-02 03:57:03 · 12 answers · asked by Steve 4

You should take a cautious approach when following any so called leader, don't you think:

http://women.propeller.com/story/2006/11/01/gloria-steinem-how-the-cia-used-feminism-to-destabilize-society

Way to go, girls!

2007-11-02 03:28:50 · 8 answers · asked by billybobinbred 1

When women complain about things that aren't fair they are "fighting for equality" or "taking issue with unfairness" or "fighting discrimination." or any other phrase that seems noble & just. ...You can almost hear an anthem in the background as you envision an American flag waving.

When men complain, out comes the shaming language.

"Why are you whining?" "Why don't you just cry about it you crybaby" "Oh, let's get the Waaaaaa-mbulance." People's brains go into a 6 year old mentality & out come the schoolyard insults.

Men that fight a slanted system are met with immaturity & hostility. People have been trained like little circus monkeys that "men have it great & women are downtrodden."

People's heads are stuck in the 1960s.

It's hysterical.

2007-11-02 03:22:13 · 16 answers · asked by hopscotch 5

Boys used to do better at math & science in schools.

"Woa... let's help the girls!!!!!"

Women aren't able to pass firefighting tests.

"Woa... let's help the women!!!!!"

Women aren't entering the sciences in the same numbers as men.

"Woa... let's help the women again!!!!!"

Men are now outnumbered on our college campuses.

Yay! Hooray for women!!!!!

When women come out on top, everything is perfectly OK with people & women get a pat on the back. When men come out on top, there is a cry of "discrimination" & new laws are passed to "fix" it.

I've read articles on the college numbers of men & women & every time it is explained away. Men are often blamed for this. Women are often congratulated for this.

I can't help wonder what would happen if there were fewer women on college campuses. I wonder how long it would be before a new law & dozens of programs helping women hit the scene.

Just a little perspective.

2007-11-02 02:08:12 · 12 answers · asked by hopscotch 5

2007-11-02 00:39:51 · 8 answers · asked by ByTheWay 4

Now that women can go to college and expect to earn wages that are almost at parity with men who are similarly qualified, has the need to couple with "underachieving" men been eliminated? Now that a woman can make her own way in the world and no longer need rely on a poor provider to have anything at all?

2007-11-01 23:23:45 · 10 answers · asked by Twilight 6

I'm uncut myself, just curious what the broader consensus is especially here in the usa where circumcised is more common, don't bother posting hygiene issues b/c that isn't a problem unless the guy just isn't clean in general

2007-11-01 19:09:57 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-01 18:54:38 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

she wants me to go to salon with her and get facial , pedicure and manicure

should i do it

and any idea why does she want it , do other girls do the same

2007-11-01 18:44:56 · 23 answers · asked by ajay 1