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Laura Bates, the founder of the Everyday Sexism Project, says that it seems to be increasingly difficult to talk about sexism, equality, and women's rights in a society that perceives to have achieved gender equality. "In this 'liberal', 'modern' age, to complain about everyday sexism or suggest that you are unhappy about the way in which women are portrayed and perceived renders you likely to be labeled 'uptight', 'prudish', a 'militant feminist', or a 'bra burner,'" she explained.

But just like Bates, there are plenty of women who prove this notion wrong. And you can find many of them on the subreddit r/TrollXChromosomes. It's an online community that invites to "come for the period comics" and "stay for the cultural awareness", and many, in fact, do — the subreddit has over 817K members. The content they share and produce tackles important gender issues in all sorts of fields, including sports, health care, and work.

Continue scrolling and check out some of its latest posts. For the earlier ones, fire up Bored Panda's first article on r/TrollXChromosomes.

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#texastaliban

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A fetus isn't even a fetus until the end of the 8th week of pregnancy. Until then, it is still an embryo. And "cardiac activity" isn't a heartbeat.

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The pandemic isn't making this any easier, too. According to UN Women, the global champion for gender equality, there are 6 urgent issues women are facing during the time of COVID-19.

1. Violence against women and girls. "Before the pandemic, estimates said one in three women will experience violence in their lifetime," the organization said in a statement. "As economic and social stresses rise, and movement is restricted by lockdown and stay-at-home guidance, instances of violence are likely to increase. At home, survivors of domestic violence may be trapped with their abuser, with limited access to support services, healthcare, and justice systems. And in public, women are at heightened risks of violence navigating deserted public spaces and transportation."

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“Men Is Too Headache.” Sometimes, Sister

“Men Is Too Headache.” Sometimes, Sister

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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Our society teaches males from this young age to not be responsible for their own actions, that it’s is okay to blame women for anything snd everything. It’s message is very real

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And they fought hard. With their lives, their reputations, subtle and not subtle ways.

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2. The gender pay gap. "Around the world, women are at the frontline of the COVID-19 response as they make up the majority of health and social care workers, especially as nurses, midwives, and community health workers, and account for the majority of service staff in health facilities as cleaners, launderers, and caterers. Yet, an average gender pay gap of around 28 percent exists in the health workforce," UN Women wrote.

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"Once occupation and working hours are accounted for, the gender pay gap is 11 percent. Although the health sector performs well regarding women’s participation, it still harbors discrimination against women in earnings, and full-time employment and leadership roles for women are lagging."

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Sounds Like A Better Solution Tbh

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So many sperm donors, so few stepping up to be loving Fathers. For you men who are loving Dads, keep up the good work!

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No person will want you if you keep on being a trashy excuse for a human being.

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3. Digital gender divide. UN Women pointed out that studies online have become the new normal but not everyone can continue their education because internet access remains a privilege. "Many around the world, including girls from poor households cannot participate in remote learning, since they lack the required tools, skills, and technologies."

"It was already a dire disadvantage that girls, women, and marginalized groups are least likely to have access to technology, and as the COVID-19 pandemic has moved so many aspects of daily life online, the lack of connectivity has become even more alarming, exacerbating existing gender inequalities."

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Just Do Your Jobs!

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"If firefighters fought every fire they would get tired, so we will allow half of all fires to burn themselves out."

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4. Informal work and instability. The pandemic has deeply affected women's livelihoods and income. "Women typically earn less and hold less secure jobs than men. With economic activity at a halt during the pandemic, women working in the informal sector have seen a dramatic decline in their capacity to earn a living. Adding to the loss in income and paid work, many women are also juggling an increase in unpaid care and domestic work."

But according to UN Women, this can change. "It's on all of us to share the added burden of unpaid domestic and care work at home and speak up for a gender-aware response to the economic shock of COVID-19, including supporting women in the informal sector."

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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Once I was out on my bike. A small forest path that I've ridden many times. When I turned a corner, there was a guy standing between the trees, looking at me crazy and smiling lasciviously and saying "Hello". I HAVE NEVER DRIVEN FASTER IN MY WHOLE LIFE. Never been there again...

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Valentina Lattante
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My mom told me, a few days ago, of our 13 yo neigbour doing a "fake phone call"; and I am so angry that such a young girl has to learn this s**t because she feels unsafe on a street in the afternoon

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A few years ago I was walking home alone from an evening at the pub with a few people from my gaming club, wasn't a long walk, and I lived just outside of the town center but it was late at night in a small quiet town I hadn't long moved to and I lived alone. Not long after I'd split off from the last of the people I had been hanging out with, I became aware of a group of 4 lads following me, and could hear them saying something about '4 guys one girl' before they tried to get my attention. I kept walking, picked up my pace but tried to pretend I couldn't hear them. Thankfully they gave up after a while and went in a different direction but I booked it the rest of the way home, locked my door behind me and was freaked out for quite a while after.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As a child I was taught to be nice, polite and friendly like a good little girl. I grew up in a very upper middle class neighborhood in suburbia usa. I can not count the number of times I was stopped (as a child) and asked for directions, when I leaned near the car, he was holding his member. And then the times I was asked to "get in the car" to show them how to get there.. I was conditioned to feel that all of these were MY fault and I was to blame ( how dare a girl be outside riding her bike).

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Makes me sick to my stomach thinking of my daughters, sisters, neices and in the near future, my granddaughters having to all go through this ..... raise sons better people!!!

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

im an amab pangender minor and im freaked out by adults that try to hit on me, but no one believes me when i try to tell someone cuz i look like a guy, so now everytime i go out in public a voice asks me if im being to "provocative" with my outfits- this world is sick

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My mum at one point would get up extra early so that she could pick up a woman from her house and drive her to work because she had a guy follow/harass her when she walked. My mum had no issues with doing it because it kept another woman safe. My dad once help a young lady that was walking in our local park, he was at work and saw her walking very fast and asked her what was going on (he works for the local council and had he work van and uniform on) and she said that there’s a guy following her and freaking her out with his actions. Dad asked her who she was on the phone with, which turned out to be her mum who was driving to get to her as fast as she could so dad told her to go behind the work van so she was out of sight and could use ones of the multi exits and whilst she was doing that he got the guy to stand by him for over 20 mins so that she was far enough away and safe and so if she went to the police he had a great way to describe him. They called and thanked him at work.

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Nikki Sevven
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Years ago, I bartended at a local biker bar. My shift was 2100-0200 every day. One of the bikers would always wait for me to finish closing and walk me to my car, making sure I was safe. True gentlemen.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I walk home scared cuz of the country i live in, not because men are out there "being men". Some are druggies, some clinically insane, its not just the fact that im afraid some dude is gonna attack me because im female...

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have walked home scared many times before I'm 12

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just yesterday I was out shopping for a winter coat and this one guy was following me around the store commenting on every coat I tried on. The seventh and last time he approached me, he had put his hood up and look rather menacing. He made a comment about how, if he were me, he'd buy the coat I was trying on and if I didn't buy it, he'd buy it for me. I ended up immediately making my purchase and literally running to my SUV.

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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I’m 14, does this still apply? I really hope it doesn’t.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It definitely does. At 16 years old I had guys try to pull me in the car with them at a gas station, told them I forgot my cigarettes inside and went back in. They waited for about 10 minutes and the ladies inside the store called the police and they finally left before the cops got there. I still had to walk home 5 blocks by myself but at least it was daylight hours.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was riding my bike in my neighborhood when I was about 10-11 years old. A older man drove by in his car and flashed money at me. I didn’t think much of it but it made me uneasy so I started to ride back home. On my way back to the house I was riding past the trailer park near my house when suddenly out of no where that same car came chasing after me. An [angel] old man noticed what was going on, sped his car out of the trailer park parking lot and cut this car off that almost ran me down. I rode my bike so fast down the street once I got to a friends house I threw my bike in the ditch and ran into their house. A few minutes later I looked out and the coast was clear. I got home and my brothers and sisters didn’t believe me. I was shaking so bad I could barely stand. That is only one of 4 times in my life I have almost been kidnapped or murdered. Something is looking out for me and I have always had good instincts. Thank you old man for saving me that day. You will never know

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was walking home kind of drunk from a Halloween party at 2 am or so, and I lived maybe half a mile away. Even altered, I'm aware of my surroundings and realized about three blocks from my house there was a man following me. I turned around and got ready to fight (I had a long staff as part of my costume), and all I could think was "welp, here comes my rape." Dude turned the corner and I GTFO'd. Maybe he was just walking home too, but maybe he wasn't. Either way, I was lucky.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just a couple of months ago I was out playing pokemon go in the middle of the night. I had been doing that a lot, because the sun doesn't really go down here for a while in the summer. This one night I had barely started my walk, I wanted to do a loooong one, but then I saw some men with a van by the road that I was walking on. No idea if they had spotted me or not, no idea what they were doing. I turned around and got the f**k out of there and went back home as fast as I could, and tried to go through residential areas in case those men were up to no good and followed me and tried to do something, so that I could scream and maybe somebody would hear. Well, nobody did follow me, but it was still so scary.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

acted crazy to put off some guys who were sizing her up. acted sick and stuck her head out a cab window in -20C because the driver was being way too familiar.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

nope, not me... call me lack of survival instinct but I don't get scared, I only get pissed off

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So apparently I don't know my self since I haven't done any of these things.

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Valériane Baranger
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My mother, at almost 50, without "provocative" clothes (even if this isn't an excuse...) have been followed then blocked against a wall by a man way younger (like 18-20) saying he absolutely wanted to f**k her because he loved older womens... my mom was completely terrified and could push him away by herself (she's a farmer's daughter... she's strong because used to restreint cows) and run to the school. She was on her way to take us for the end of the school day. Teachers helped her and keep her in the school until the bell (she was always here in advance)

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is so true it made me cry! I have done almost every one of those things and I am only 30 years old. Women: be safe out there! They make concealed weapons; BUY THEM. Protect yourself.

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Jane Alexander
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Has endured harrassment from some creep at work or had to quit a job because of it, probably both.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes. .and all women in the future will just do the same. A curse for eternity.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

absolutely.... has kept walking when wanting to dawdle... always alert to surroundings...

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is every woman in a dark parking garage. Don't approach a woman by herself

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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I already know this is getting downvoted, but this is a human condition; it's not sexism. Every single person alive has feared for their safety and taken precautions about it (at least, the ones smart enough to realize they're in danger have). It makes me sad to see the very real issue of sexism getting diluted with red herrings like this.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Forgive me John but every comment you have made on this thread seems to be along the lines of "but it happens to men too". Well yes, maybe it does. But it happens to women far more. You can't argue with the stats on violence and intimidation against women by men. We rarely feel safe due to our many experiences. But when speaking out about them we are faced with "but men..." Its attitudes like yours that downplay the true story and are the real red herring.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And most men have too. We are just conditioned to never show fear because the women in our lives say it's "unmanly"

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so did men. every man did the same thing. or do you think men are never afraid of other men? you have to look like the Mountain to not be afraid - not just have a penis.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fair point that men also feel fear. Truth be told, though (popular opinion or not,) I'd rather be beaten, robbed, stabbed or shot and survive than be raped and survive. And you know what, I bet you would, too. And it's soooo common. Back down off your soapbox, please. No one was talking about your penis.

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I believe my wife and female friends know way better than you a social media freak and they say the opposite. So maybe you go factcheck your extremist beliefs.

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This is not just women. I have been beaten up on several occasions for no reason walking home. I wonder if women realise men have it just as bad if not worse ?

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How many men are raped and brutally murdered "for no reason walking home"?

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have honestly read a comment recently from a woman who was told by a man that they had better be smiling under their mask. Wtaf

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Never Thought Of It Like This

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not to stroke my own ego, but I once heard someone say "She's only around because of her cupsize" and I responded with "Yeah, something must be really wrong with our boss to hire people solely because he needs boobs of a certain size in his field of vision during the workday, I wonder how he manages to run a company that way," and everyone was quiet.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wonder if they have those sexist rules to encourage men to watch women play sports. It's bloody ridiculous and absolute bullshit.

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5. Period poverty and stigma. "Even before the pandemic, women, and girls have been facing discrimination when they menstruate. In some parts of the world, they are seen as dirty, untouchable, or a disgrace. Whether it’s a lack of money to buy pads, tampons, or other products, access to toilets, or discriminatory laws and practices, women and girls, especially the world’s poorest, are deeply impacted by their periods," UN women continued.

The organization stated that it's especially challenging for women and girls to manage their periods safely and with dignity during a crisis.

"The provision of safe water, sanitation, and hygienic conditions are essential to protecting human health. Yet, today 500 million women and girls globally are estimated to lack adequate facilities for menstrual hygiene management. This puts women and their families at greater risk of infection. Periods don’t stop for the COVID-19 pandemic, and neither should our efforts to break harmful taboos about menstruation and end period poverty."

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6. Underrepresentation as leaders in health. "Women make up 70 percent of the health and social care workforce, and they are more likely to be front-line health workers, especially as nurses, midwives, and community health workers. This exposure raises women’s risk of infection (in fact, infections among female health care workers are up to three times higher than among their male counterparts). Yet, women remain in the background of decision making, underrepresented in health sector leadership, and missing from the center of the COVID-19 response."

There might be a record number of women serving in the 117th Congress but society still needs to go a long way and start treating them the way they deserve.

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Planned Parenthood Is For Much More Than Abortions

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How great it would have been if parents of those people used contraception. They are a living proof of the neccessity of it.

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Easier Ways To Stop Abortions. If You Actually Care About Abortion

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I bet the number of kids growing up in poverty and the crime rate went down as well.

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Mental Illness Versus Toxicity

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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

what the f**k is wrong with my gender I want to f*****g die bcoz of how f*****g pathetic my gender has become please people believe that not everyone it like this. Edit: I no longer want to die, I have seen all of the comments reassuring me. thank you everyone

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When You Can't Get Parental Permission To Get An Abortion So You Become A Parent Yourself

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Because Apparently Only Old White Men Count

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

the more i read the more i weep at my sex , come on , we're better than this s**t surely

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I only robbed the house because they didn’t turn the alarm on and one of their windows was open. It was fair game

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It's A Step In The Right Direction

It's A Step In The Right Direction

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

One of the scariest things about the Sarah Everard case is the fact that it was an off duty police officer who killed her. A policeman who had been spoken to about indecent exposure a week or so before. Girls are taught to find a police officer if we feel unsafe, who do we go to now.

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Who Else Can Relate To This?

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's good to realize that though. Stop those shows with you. It's also why it's so important to reread your childhood storybooks with your current awareness before reading them to your kids. Some of them have themes you really don't want to pass down.

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While It Is True That Girls’ Brains Typically Develop A Little Faster Than Boys’ Brains, That Doesn’t Excuse A Lack Of Discipline For Boys

While It Is True That Girls’ Brains Typically Develop A Little Faster Than Boys’ Brains, That Doesn’t Excuse A Lack Of Discipline For Boys

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A chapter title in an old book-----"The week before a woman's period they act like men do all the time"

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I'm Sure Selfawarewolves Would Love This

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Im a guy and Ive been hit on by a guy. I was actually flattered and felt kinda bad for him when I told him I was about as straight as an arrow.

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Worst Theme Park Ever

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My bf is like this. I can get all done up with hair, makeup, dress, heels, etc. but honestly he’d prefer me in a t-shirt, shorts and no make up with a messy ponytail. Thank God, because I really can’t be arsed to get all dressed up every day. On the other end of the spectrum, my little sister’s (thankfully now ex-) bf, who once yelled at her when she came home from a 36 hour shift at the hospital and put her jogging bottoms on. She needed to be “presentable” at all times for him and it completely broke her self esteem. Arsehole.

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We Are Starting It Early, Guys!

We Are Starting It Early, Guys!

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That’s on him to teach his son to be more caring, it’s a strength in men that many women and some men can appreciate as a strength

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Experiencing Both Sides Of The Gender Divide As A Professional

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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What isn’t being recognized is how much women before you had to fight to get to this point, and how those women are rarely appreciated

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If You Need To End A War, You Call Wonder Woman

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's weird the reaction a woman gets when she walks into a comic book store (alone that is). If you get a chance, check that out. If there are no ladies already in the shop it's almost like you spooked a herd of deer.

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Makeup

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Zedrapazia
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or the opposite: "You'd look so much prettier if you'd wear makeup." Well, I feel absolutely comfortable without makeup, I hate the feeling of things on my face, and on top of that, I don't want to look pretty for a random stranger in the streets.

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Some People Really Think That Pregnancy Is Easy, Huh

Some People Really Think That Pregnancy Is Easy, Huh

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's not pro-life, it's pro-birth. Pro-birthers generally give zero f***s about human life for roughly 80 years of life. They only care about 9 months of gestation.

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The "Friend" With The Long Game

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I Can't Even Watch The Notebook Without Cringing Now

I Can't Even Watch The Notebook Without Cringing Now

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snipergun
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How many women are stuck with abuser because of this... But hey, your family was telling you that he's really persistent so you should give him chance... And how many of those end up as headliners in news.

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Yes They Can Be

Yes They Can Be

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think it's important to note that men are actually wired this way. My mom made a decent feminist out of me. Try to do half the work in the household, paternity leave for a total of 2 years (2 kids) ... I'd say I'm firmly in the feminist camp. Yet I still notice that first impressions are always base emotions such as "I'd hit that". I notice that it's just what my lizard brain tells me ... it's my conscious decision not to be a creep about it and behave normally. What I'm trying to say is that boys are not so much "taught" to be creeps, they're "not taught" how to behave properly, "not taught" that we're not cavemen anymore.

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Call Them Out

Call Them Out

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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I dumped one my best friend, not for being a sex offender, but for simply not having respect for his fiancee and sleeping around. And for disparaging me for not wanting to behave in a similar fashion. I tried being tactful about it at first and tell him that I wasn't ok with his behaviour but eventually had to block him, in his mind "out of the blue." One of our mutual friends had no idea what he was doing and told me he was heartbroken and fell into depression for having lost my friendship. Then I told her why, and she blocked him too. I'm not saying I've always been the ideal role model, but at least I can recognize the errors of my past and work towards rectifying my shortcomings. Edit: spelling

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