Breaking: Man Admits That Men Simply Don't Trust Women

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25. excellent point

especially:

"Past research indicates that the behavior reflects repeated exposure to pervasive cultural stereotypes that cause subtle gender biases to linger in even the most egalitarian individuals despite decreases in overt sexism over the past few decades, especially among those with the highest education levels. "

The nature vs nurture argument. I am on the side of nurture because
1) there have been some few matriarchal cultures and
2) because I would not like to think I am inherently or genetically pre-disposed to sexism

I appreciate your point.

I had a discussion with my oldest child last year. There was an editorial management position opening at her workplace. She was unsure of applying, stating that she was reluctant to apply because the job involved giving direction and hiring/firing decisions. (She is 29) My advice was that if she was the best qualified she owed it to herself (primarily) and the company (secondarily) to apply. She applied and was awarded the position.

She is very intelligent and very capable in her job. Her reluctance bothered me because it seemed to me like self de-selection. (If that sounds coherent.) But she is happy with the new position and the increase in pay and responsibility. Did her reluctance come from our home, attitudes she picked up from us, or from her limited exposure to school and job?

So yes, I do understand personally and intellectually the problem with sexism. As well as a non-victim can.