Sexism - prejudice or discrimination based on sex; behavior, conditions, or attitudes that foster stereotypes of social roles based on sex (adjective or noun).
Before I get controversial I want to state my beliefs on this because there are several readers who often do not take the time to read what you say and look for a quick “sound bite” then get out the branding irons. I believe in COMPLETE GENDER EQUALITY to a very extreme level and have for my entire life. How extreme? Everywhere, no exceptions!
Military Combat – If they can shoot, put them on the front line.
Firefighters (previously mentioned) – If they can do the job (including carrying someone from a burning building), give it to them.
Sports (professional or otherwise) - If they can compete, let them play.
Jobs (any and all) – If they can do the job, let them do it, and pay them equally.
As previous stated (another post) if they can perform the function, let them do it. So far we are all in agreement, no differences yet. So what was I talking about with my previous comment that started the storm? When it comes to execution of this noble cause it gets complicated. My present observations, my present irritations with this subject is the picking and choosing of issues instead of an across the board sweep of true equality.
So I ask;
Why is there no public outcry against reverse discrimination in the workplace which is presently dictated by the US government to companies they give contracts to? Some say, that is “Affirmative Action” it is not gender discrimination. No, reverse discrimination is equally offensive as discrimination. (A good answer here, most do not know about it, it is hidden under a “Diversity” initiative, and yes or course we are all for that)
Why is there no public outcry against gender in-equality in divorce court? For a guy (at least in the US), the cards are all stacked against you and any lawyer will fully explain that to you?
Why was there no public outcry when the US changed the policy on women in combat after a few high profile captures during the Iraq war? An interesting side note, there is an initiative to allow women back into the US Infantry in 2016 but only for selected MOSs, at this time a goal, not yet firm.
Why does this forum have a Women’s (only) Forum? Do I really want to go there or really care? Really don’t? Do I think it is sexism and discriminates in a public forum? Yes I do. If this is a public forum, why should women get their own forum and not allow men?
My answer, everyone talks about gender equality if in abstract terms but when it comes to execution of true gender equality, many just want to pick and choose (both genders). Is it acceptable to pick and choose? In my opinion, NO it is not. Can I speak for everyone, no only myself, but these are my observations.
I invite your answers.