This seems to cut across a lot of issues - abortion, same-sex marriage, discrimination in hiring, etc.
For example, racially segregated facilities are (and should be) illegal, but "men only" and "women only" restrooms, locker rooms, barracks, etc. are perfectly legal. Should they be?
I can sue a urologist for refusing to treat me because of my race, but I doubt I could sue an OB/GYN for refusing to treat me because of my gender. Does that bother people?
How would you suggest the law "equalize" the sexes where abortion is concerned? Should it?
Should women be allowed to go topless if men are? But then if that's the rule, could a woman or man sue for a "hostile work environment" if a company sponsors a beach party with topless men and women, as opposed to just "topless" men?
Is banning same-sex marriage similar to banning interracial marriage? Why or why not?
What do you say? Don't try to guess my views; I'm interested in yours!
2007-02-22 04:59:53 · 7 answers · asked by American citizen and taxpayer 7 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Lack of self-control on men's part???
I resemble that remark!!!
:)
2007-02-22 05:56:19 · update #1
I really, really appreciate the answers. This is one question where it's a shame I can only pick one best! Many of you did a lot of thinking, which I appreciate.
2007-02-22 08:29:21 · update #2
Do you really want to go to an OB/GYN? lol. Just wait til he makes you lie on the examining table and put your feet in the stirrups, you may change your mind!
I have no problem with sexual segregation in the areas you mention, any kind of situation where flesh is bared. I really have no desire to share a bathroom with a man.
How would the law equalize on abortion? The woman has the abortion, a man can't. Perhaps if men could get pregnant then we could equalize abortions.
As for going topless, I would find it uncomfortable.I am on the voluptuous side and need my bra.
Is same sex marriage and interracial marriage the same? No, in no way. How are they similar?
2007-02-22 05:13:32 · answer #1 · answered by Elizabeth Howard 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think there are just some logical lines between gender that need to be be drawn. I would suggest that if you decide to visit an OB/GYN and demand to be seen you prepare for the speculum to be shoved in some pretty uncomfortable opening.
As far as locker rooms, restrooms, etc -- that is simply the process of seperating men and women when sexual organs may be exposed. To be honest - I have no desire to share a restroom with you men. (Your aim stinks!)
Abortion does involve two people - it goes fathoms deeper than who gets the right to choose (like making better choices about sticking tab A into slot B....which is an equal problem between genders!) but the bottom line is that all the health risks associated with pregnancy lie with the women. Men do not die from getting a woman pregnant. A woman does risk death or other complications from pregnancy and childbirth - therefore it becomes her choice ultimately what to do with her body.
2007-02-22 05:10:11 · answer #2 · answered by Susie D 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
so many questions! OK, let's see...the law should recognize differences in as much as there are differences. For example, I cannot sue an insurance provider for not covering prostate exams, becase if i had one, it would be covered. OB GYN will treat men for things like venereal disease or fertility issues. Yes, interracial marriage bans would follow gay marriage bans in some states, or at the very least wqould leave them vulnerable. Segregated restrooms and facilites for men and women exist becasue of differences in anatomy...and the lack of self control on men's part. If you want to make them unisex, then you will lose your feamle clientele...this was a lawsuit against a gym who was being sued for not letting transgender men use the female facilites. The gym won, citing the loss of business (a petition was filed on behwlf of women stating they would discontintue their memebrship). Basically women and men ARE different, and if you look at it as 'hey, my health needs are being met, I have no problem' it won't look like it is un equal. Topless men should be against the law the same way it is for women. Yes, I was arressted for this once, and was told it was 'indecent exposure' (at the beach, back in the dunes, DNR found me and my friends...all of us were arrested) I was pretty offended that a 400 lb man can walk down the beach topless, but I am the one who is indecent? Anyhow, they reduced it to disorderly conduct, and left the exposure thing out of it. What's funny is I was on my stomach when he found me, and had to TELL him to turn around so I could flip over and put my top on. When we met the police, the DNR guy (2nd week on the job) he stated that he saw 'nipples', which he didn't..at least not mine. The cop didn't know what to do, so I asked DNR guy to describe my nipples. Since he hadn't seen the, he had no idea they were pierced (TMI?) and when I flashed the cop the reality (most fun I have had in my life) he yells "WHOA!" and averts his eyes, then proceeds to ask DNR guy once again if he is SURE he saw them. He had to recant his story, and I used it against him in court. After it was all said and done, I feel DNR guy owed us money for the free show :)
2007-02-22 05:46:14 · answer #3 · answered by hichefheidi 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a difference between gvmt and private citizens.
Gvmt should treat everyone as equals, individuals, including businesses can make accommodations based on the gender of people. It's a right covered under the First Amendment. (Freedom of Association)
Gays should be able to marry, but why does anyone need the gvmt to give them permission first? Get the gvmt OUT of the marriage business.
2007-02-22 05:05:36 · answer #4 · answered by radical4capitalism 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Under the law, women continue to be treated as a protected and vulnerable class, given preferential treatment for innumerable reasons.
Look at the FMLA - family medical leave act. This says that I MUST allow a pregnant woman to leave her job for 6-9 months so she can have the baby SHE CHOSE to do, and HOLD her job til if or when she decides to come back.
99% of all workplace sexual harassment complaints are filed by disgruntled women, but they must be treated according to a designated process. 95% of these complaints are unfounded and vexatious, but there is no recourse against women who make such ridiculous claims.
A man can be arrested and jailed without any evidence based upon a woman saying he raped her. Only her word is required for the man to be arrested, he has no presumption of innocence.
Despite their demands for equal rights, women continue to avoid equal responsibilities.
2007-02-22 05:11:57 · answer #5 · answered by gw_bushisamoron 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Law is a binding custom or practice of a community , laws are determined by the ethics, and culture in the community. Laws are discriminate by definition.
I really enjoyed the question and the thought process it provoked
2007-02-22 05:19:31 · answer #6 · answered by kristen a 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Use commonsense in the bounds of the cultural norms. No gay marriage is not a good thing as it deludes centuries of culture correctness and gains nothing advantageous to the society as a whole
2007-02-22 05:08:16 · answer #7 · answered by espreses@sbcglobal.net 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋