How do you believe feminism, no fault devorce, single mother families and political correctness has directly affected how stuffed the values, honest and commitment are in society today.
2007-09-07 13:37:14 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Gender Studies
It has given us a disposable, entitlement (ie, I deserve something though I did nothing) attitude that is growing in our society today. People are not being held accountable for their actions (such as marrying someone, have children AND then they decide "I'm not in love anymore so I'm breaking this off." ) Men are not given the incentives they once were to accept responsiblity (ie respect) of raising a family. The radical feminists (not all) have de-masculinated men to the point that they cannot stand up for their own needs. It is sad to see a man who goes out, works for his family, but cannot go out with his friends "because he might cheat like every other man" or has been judged in some other way even though he has done nothing to warrant it because "he is a man."
No-fault divorce cannot be compared to a divorce based on abuse/addiction/adultry because no-fault means there is no cause for "breaching the vows." These are due to lack of interest in sustaining the marriage. If there are no kids involved, that is one thing (and a good reason to get out) but when children are involved, it not only sets a bad example of commitment, but damages their own self-worth and view of relationships. Single mother families (because of divorce or extinuating circumstance) are not ideal, but sometimes they happen. But to promote them as an alternative is wrong because it is very hard on all members of the family when there is not another parent to turn to if the other is gone, or to learn firsthand of the relationship between a man and woman. Boys learn how to treat a woman by how their father acts towards their mother, and vice versa. So it is VITAL that when marriage (and sex for that matter) is considered, we must think of "would I want this person to be a role model for my children?" Respect is something obviously lacking, for others and the individual. Isn't it ironic that reports of depression AND divorce have skyrocketed since the 60s?
Political correctness tends to strip down accountability and standards and promote entitlement. I think people should be judged on their actions and character, not because they belong to a certain ethnic/racial/sexual orientation/religion, whatever. There seems to be little commitment in making one's own situation or life better than it could be, or to put one's family before their own desires.
2007-09-07 14:23:36 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
I think no fault divorce is a preferable option to getting a divorce due to abandonment, adultery, or mental instability, all of which were common reasons for divorce in the past. While a single mother family isn't the ideal form, it is better than having them get their children taken away and then split up to be adopted out or sent off to orphanages. At least the family gets to stay together. As for political correctness, I think it's a term that exists purely to annoy people. It makes them mad so they decide to vote one way or another.
2007-09-07 21:02:43 · answer #2 · answered by RoVale 7 · 1⤊ 3⤋
"how stuffed" they are?
I think these are all good things. Women have more rights, can get out of a bad marriage if they're unhappy, etc. A single parent family isn't a good thing, but its better than having a dad who beats the mom. If I was in a terrible marriage, that I just didn't like her anymore, then it would be no fault and it should end just like that.
Political Correctness is only something that matters to politicians and corporations. They want votes and customers, respectively. Other than that, we should push political corretness to far.
2007-09-07 20:48:09 · answer #3 · answered by pab 7 · 2⤊ 4⤋
They have had a BIG effect on the destruction of society. If you don't believe, I have one question for you.
Do you live in a cave?
So--yes, I would say I agree with what you seem to imply.
2007-09-07 21:38:15 · answer #4 · answered by snickerdoodle 3 · 4⤊ 1⤋
feminism affect nearly everything in a negative way. They basically ruin everything that they touch.
We need to get rid of feminism IMO
2007-09-07 20:50:44 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 5⤋
Generally, i think these things have led to greater freedom.
i'm in favor of that.
2007-09-07 20:51:26 · answer #6 · answered by nickipettis 7 · 4⤊ 6⤋