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When faced with injustice, you generally have three ways how you can react. You can ignore it, keep your head down, and get on with your day without making any waves. You can try to be sneaky and make subtle 5D chess moves to outplay the situation to your own advantage. Or you can call the injustice out and shine a light on it for everyone to see, bold as brass, sometimes using humor to do it. That way, it’s harder to hide the injustice.

This list is about the times that women and men called out sexism and misogyny, as shared on the r/TrollXChromosomes subreddit. People from all walks of life, from everyday employees and parents to skilled professionals, confronted sexism on social media head-on to help everyone. Upvote the responses by these brave people that you agree with and let us know what you think in the comment section below.

The r/TrollXChromosomes will be celebrating its 10th birthday on the last day of March. "We're currently in the middle of intensive planning for the 10th Cakeday celebrations. It'll be so much better than our 5th Cakeday shindig, folks will cry. But we can't tell you more than that, lest our plans are foiled," the moderators told Bored Panda when we reached out to them.

They’re also steadily moving toward the 1 million member mark. Currently, they’re at just over 802k, so consider joining them and giving them a boost. They post about a variety of topics. In their words, they’re a subreddit for “rage comics and other memes with a girly slant.”

However, this doesn’t change the fact that the subreddit is also home to some serious posts that show how deeply sexism is enrooted in our society. Even to this very day. And while sexism can be subtle and covert, it can also be very overt. One example of this is women getting harassed on the streets. So while it’s one thing to confront sexism online, it’s a whole other ball game when it’s done in real life.

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

Agree. But they don’t actually respect that man. They just say “but he don’t mind if you have friends, right?” “I have a boyfriend” really only works because some men think it’s the only possible way THEY could be rejected when mama said they were so handsome!

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Bored Panda spoke about how women should respond if they’re ever in a situation where they’re either being catcalled or openly harassed on the street with Emily May, the co-founder and the executive director of ‘Hollaback!’ The organization aims to end harassment in all of its forms.

May explained that women should always trust their instincts. “Listen to what your gut is telling you. There is no ‘right’ or ‘perfect’ response to harassment; however, studies show that having some kind of response (either in the moment or later) can reduce the trauma associated with harassment. If you decide to respond, do it for you.”

She said that it’s always all right to do nothing, smile, and keep walking. It’s always up to you to decide what’s right for you and if you want to confront your harassers. It’s always harder to do this in-person than behind the safety of your screen.

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

But men do say "I hate women" and other statements like that all the time. Half of all Boomer jokes boil down to "wife bad".

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

For those saying "not all men," that also proves the point. It was never the clothes. Still, people continue to blame women for dressing "provocatively."

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As May put it in an interview with Bored Panda, your safety is the main priority. However, if you feel safe and choose to respond to your harassers, there are three main approaches that you can take: setting boundaries, engaging bystanders, and documenting the situation. Let’s go into detail about each approach.

“Set the Boundary. Tell the person harassing you exactly what you want them to do and why. Look them in the eye and denounce their behavior with a strong, clear voice. Many people prefer to name the behavior. For example, you can say, ‘Do not [what they’re doing], that’s harassment.’ You can also simply say ‘that is not okay’ or ‘don’t speak to me like that.’ Say what feels natural to you,” May from ‘Hollaback!’ explained.

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

My friend told me she was so happy she is turning 40, because finally people have stopped with the baby questions, because now they think maybe she does not have kids because she is too old. And now she does not have do defend herself for not having kids. Jeez, why can't people just back off? Like, do people ask a women questions like that because they think they forgot to have kids and they need to be reminded?

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

It isn’t logical, it’s sexist and ageist and pro forced birth, and by nature illogical.

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

And you know... controlling themselves instead of blaming others for their actions...but I’m an atheist who is going to hell. What do I know, besides they have crazy lit parties in hell.

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“The important thing is that you aren’t apologetic in your response, and that you don’t engage with them after you set the boundary. Oftentimes, people who harass may try to argue with you or dismiss you through further conversation or by making fun of you. As tempting as it may be to get into a verbal war with them, we don’t recommend it. The attention may further feed their abusive behavior and cause the situation to escalate. Once you’ve said your piece, keep it moving.”

The second approach is engaging bystanders by telling them what’s going on and what they can do to help you. “Not all bystanders have been trained to respond, but typically people do understand that street harassment is not okay and they want to help you, so what can you do to ask for that help? You will need to loudly announce to people around you what the harasser just said or did and identify them, like: ‘That man in the red shirt is following me. I need help!’” May explained.

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

Absolutely!! We don't even wear makeup or paint our nails to impress men. If there were no men in the world we would look exactly like we do now - but wear much less clothes....

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

The lesson that we can take from all this is that people need to keep their nose out of other people's private parts. End of story.

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She continued: “Then tell people what you want them to do, like, ‘Can you wait here with me? Can you call the police?’ Remember that it is okay to ask for help, it does not mean that you are weak, in fact, it means that you are strong because you’re acknowledging that street harassment, in fact, hurts.”

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

Yep, in my country they give condoms for free, to help prevent spread of STDs, many people want them to do this with Tampons, Heck, even just get rid of the VAT on Tampons.

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The third and final approach is documenting the situation. If you feel that you’re safe and not currently in danger, you can consider taking a picture or a video of your experience. Or you can ask a bystander to do so.

“This could include the person harassing you, their license plate, or the scene. Some people use photos or videos to report an incident—for example, if the person was at work when this happened people may choose to report it to their employer.”

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

"How convenient it was when we could assault them and they would just shut up... good ol' times"

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May detailed: “Others use it to share their story on social media or anonymously through ihollaback.org. Many find it to be empowering to turn the lens off of them and onto the person harassing them. It often has the potential to be hugely transformative. If it feels right to you then do it. It doesn’t work that way for everyone so ask yourself, ‘Does it feel right for me?’ or ‘Is there another way to respond?’”

According to May, there is no such thing as a ‘perfect’ response to harassment: “There is no such thing as a perfect response, this is not your fault, and you are not alone. Take the time to recover and employ strategies for taking care of yourself.”

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

Most of the action taken to protect women from sexual assault helps men as well. The activism, even when based mostly on cases involving women, results in gender-neutral legislation.

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

Yes. Consent is the MOST BASIC thing to know... It's what makes us human.

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One thing that you can do is to develop a ‘quick ritual’ to help you ‘shake off’ what happened every time that you get harassed. Having a friend that you contact when this occurs can also help. Sharing your story with the people you trust can be very powerful and healing. What’s more, affirming to yourself that you deserve better and that you won’t let ‘the haters’ get you down is another response.

“The idea here is that you want you to develop resilience so that you can get out there and keep being you in the world,” May told Bored Panda.

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

The only appropriate response to this is "Yes." If they're unaware enough to ask it, that's the answer they deserve

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

Absolutely nothing wrong with braids. It's your hair... do with it what you want! Braids look great on her!

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Anna Banana
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Probably quite successful, though, in the land of powerful old white men.

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Róża Wróbel
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is such a weird concept for me. They look nice, sleek, put together why wouldn't tehy be considered "professional"? But than again I'm not from USA, for me hairstyle is a hairstyle. And honestely pressuring woman with that corse and curly hair to have a relaxer as the only option is predatory.

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

Yeah, that is literally, the most professional hairstyle I have ever seen.

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

This one's more racism than sexism. Black people's hair is just inherently unprofessional unless they straighten it and make it look like white people's hair as far as a lot of people are concerned.

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

That's just ridiculous, as long as it's neat and tidy what's the issue? I'm going to speak from a viewpoint of moderate ignorance but in my experience afro hair is a LOT harder to style than non afro (I used to shave my mates hair and it took about 7 passes to get it even), I think white people are probably ignorant of the amount of effort it takes to maintain and style it.

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

There was a recent court case here in the UK about a school girl who was not allowed to have her natural afro hair at school. Her own natural hair. I am so glad they took it to court, but equally enraged that they needed to.

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

It's ridiculous. Hair on school children should meet 2 criteria: clean and lice-free, and able to be tied back or otherwise kept out of their faces during science experiments and cookery classes.

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

Why would braids be considered unprofessional? They look great, they look tidy and smart.

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

What the news director was really saying is "Our target demographic is white racist shitheads".

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

I do not understand the racism with hair. I absolutely LOVE the way braids look. Dreds can look very nice as well. I had a college professor tell us she was told to cut her Dreds off when she was a student, she wouldn't be taken seriously with them. One of the best professors I had and she was probably one of the most elegant looking women I have ever seen!

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

Her braids are gorgeous and look perfectly professional. Such a shi**y thing to say to this woman. Good for her for keeping the shot of her wearing them on her reel!

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

It looks clean and tidy... what's not to be professional about this hair? It looks way more professional than the brownish dried out bird's nest on my head... (yeah, hair dressers are still closed here...)

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

It's just f. u. cking hair. It's clean and neatly presented. End of discussion.

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

Uhm... why would braids not be professional? They keep things out of the way... keeps 'em tidy so they're not wisping everywhere and in your face, getting knotted up... eejits.

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

Wow! Maybe he thought it looked to 'black' Maybe one day they'll allow dreads too. But, for the moment, that is STILL 'too black'

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

Hate them myself but that's my problem. They look to be neat and clean and *that's* all that should matter.

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

I think your hair looks amazing. I never knew there was such a thing as judging people based on their hair until a month or so ago. Seems so weird

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

Looks fine to me. As long as you're comfortable, go for it. I totally support no fuss hairstyles.

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

There's absolutely no reason why they shouldn't be allowed. They look perfectly professional.

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

When I see braids like this my only thought is "That looks really cool but how do they have the time to do that?"

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

You look so good with extensions/braids am a biracial woman and I love wearing them!!!

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

No, They're braids. HOW YOU WEAR THEM determines the level of professionalism you are presenting

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

I'm not American so I don't get why so many people think braids are awful and not professional. I worked with a black lady and she came in to work after having her hair braided and I was just in awe of how beautiful it was. Everything about them was just so stylish. America needs to get it's act together and quickly because the rest of the world think 'wtf' about so many of the countrys views.

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

Good on you for sticking to your principles vs changing yourself for a jerk.

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Nyneva Kyte
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There's so many bigger problems. Why do we make such a big deal about hair?

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

Her braids look amazing! I am glad she stayed true to herself because she looks awesome!

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

I am so sick of the whitewashing of BIPOC. WTF, people? It is 2021. If someone wants to wear braids, locs, a pineapple or a natural kinky curly crown of glory, it’s their hair. Mind your own damned business. No matter how someone decides to wear their hair, it’s “professional” if they damned well think it is! (BTW: mine is purple, blue and teal if you’re wondering)

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

Just another example of a man wanting to control a woman. Racist and then some. Trying to tell black women you won't get the job unless you do what I say. That is so demeaning and gets my mamma bear persona upfront in a hurry.

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

Yes, but there's a DIFFERENCE between what they were commenting on and what you were actually doing. As with all comments that are blurted out, there is no explanation to go behind them. You are obviously professional. Your hair is professionally acceptable. Most people who braid their hair aren't as well defined and sleek as yours is. You have a very classy, sleek, and professional look. You obviously know how to keep your appearance at a distinctive level. Most people do not, and this is why a lot of people have negative comments about certain hairstyles. You weren't being picked on personally, you were being generalized. If these other people had taken a few seconds to actually LOOK at your sleek styling, they would have seen how professional you are. And obviously, someone DID, since you snagged a job!! Yeah!! And at the end of the day, wouldn't you rather go through a bunch of idiots with blinders on to snag a job at a company that actually see's YOU ?!!

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

Don't make this about her appearance. The whole point is that it should be irrelevant.

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I imagine you landed the job because of the body.. lets be honest...

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

Go to hell. She probably got the job because she did everything she could and landed on her feet.

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

I don’t shame hypocrites for having the same amount or more sex than others. I just like seeing them flustered while they try to work out why it’s okay for them.

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I’m a fan of poet Dylan Thomas’ lines: “Do not go gentle into that good night. Rage, rage against the dying of the light.” While the context is important, you can interpret the words to mean that you should fight for what’s right instead of giving in to the pressure placed on you to stay quiet. Just remember that your safety is paramount: online and IRL.

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

Wow, they cry you didn’t like sports? I figured it would be a relief to many men who don’t like the pressure of having to enjoy sports when they don’t. I’ve never dated a guy who seriously cares about sports. That’s so cringe and middle America basic.

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

I look forward to my periods (kind of). I am either in a near death state of being, or I push myself at the gym to get through the things I hate at the same time. (Exercise is good for you. I can have a hate/love relationship with it.) EDIT: I have passed out, vomited, and were sent to the hospital from pms pains. For some odd reason, I push myself even more during “let the gates of hell open” week. I still got three tubs of ice cream.

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

Unless you're careful, boys are taught to believe their feelings are logic. Girls are gaslit to believe their logic are feelings.

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

When I was in high school, the teacher asked for boys to help her with carrying things. A girl asked why she's only asking boys. The teachers response "Its really heavy." I know much of the girls in that room can carry much more than my male body.

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Girls Are Always Taught How To Stay Safe, It's Not As Common To Teach Boys To Not Create Unsafe Situations

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

Wait i don't understand what Matt Pearce is saying. Would someone explain?

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

"Pull yourself up by your bootstraps" used to mean doing something literally impossible. That you have to perform a miracle to succeed.

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

Even in this 19th century arrangement, the women did not/do not live "for free". Women have been working (outside the home) throughout history, and there was a time that the husband legally owned all their earnings. And in addition, women in a "traditional" arrangement are usually expected to do all the cooking, cleaning, childcare (where applicable), and miscellaneous housework.

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This Explains A Whole F**king Lot, Actually

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

Spoiler alert. Quite a bit of females/women perpetuate the misogyny they’ve learned from other females/women and a society that treats them less. They teach us to police others who fall outside of their ideals, breeding another generation of misogynists. Gross.

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

She is right, you cannot be prosecuted by a state for something you did in another state, as its law did not apply on you when you did it.

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

Planned Parenthood caught my grandma's cervical cancer. She was over 60. She could afford the GYN there. The end. PP wins.

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"Why Do They Say 'Women And Children First'? What About The Men? Why Is Society Anti-Men?"

"Why Do They Say 'Women And Children First'? What About The Men? Why Is Society Anti-Men?"

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

Women and children are far more likely than men to die in disasters. The men on the Titanic had to be forced at gun point to let women and children take their places in life boats.

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Got My Doctorate Last Week And My Husband Was Excited To Tell Me We're Now "Dr. And Mr." Because People Who Earned Titles Go First Per Etiquette. So Far Though The Most Common Reaction To The Change Is People Asking Him If He's Ok With That

Got My Doctorate Last Week And My Husband Was Excited To Tell Me We're Now "Dr. And Mr." Because People Who Earned Titles Go First Per Etiquette. So Far Though The Most Common Reaction To The Change Is People Asking Him If He's Ok With That

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

Congratulations on marrying a decent man, doctor. This article makes it feel like it was harder than getting the doctorate.

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#53

Imagine How Much More We Would Know About The Human Body If We Just Didn’t Hate Women

Imagine How Much More We Would Know About The Human Body If We Just Didn’t Hate Women

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

So much in womens healthcare is missed because it either hasn't been studied, or if it something non-female specific, it was studied using only men.

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#55

Get A Grip, Texas

Get A Grip, Texas

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

“Nothing gets conservatives more excited or frothing at the mouth quicker than what's going on in other folks' bedrooms.” ~Ann Richards

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What Is There To Be Ashamed About?

What Is There To Be Ashamed About?

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

I don't know ANY Millennial women who watch CNBC, so that could explain that sampling error...

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#58

Stop Touching Me, Please And Thanks

Stop Touching Me, Please And Thanks

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#59

Why Are Women So Mysterious?

Why Are Women So Mysterious?

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Apparently, Most Of My Family (And The World) Needs This Reminder

Apparently, Most Of My Family (And The World) Needs This Reminder

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Patriarchy Is Literally Everywhere!!!

Patriarchy Is Literally Everywhere!!!

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

My name literally translates to, "small submissive woman". Yes I am planning to change it.

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#64

Women Are Funny

Women Are Funny

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

If you believe women aren't funny, you should be taking them more seriously at least.

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#65

How Many Of You Have Experienced This?

How Many Of You Have Experienced This?

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

Lol I just had one of those ppl recently, I disagreed any suddenly I had my love life called into question, and had my disabilities mocked. It's so hard to spot coz they sound sane and normal, until you have a different opinion and express it

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Everytime I See Someone Whine About Alimony I Think Of This

Everytime I See Someone Whine About Alimony I Think Of This

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Andy Acceber
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Today! In a Chinese divorce case, a judge is making a man pay his former wife for years of housekeeping. This could start a shift globally.

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#67

No, Not Like That

No, Not Like That

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Andy Acceber
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Women enjoy sex. Sounds like they just don't enjoy sex with you. You should work on that.

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Nothing Only Men Like Is Cool

Nothing Only Men Like Is Cool

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

Joe Rogan is alright, he listens to all views and doesn't try to be right about everything, this guy could take the same approach, what a horribly misguided thing to say. Joe Rogan has also had many female guests on his show.

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Thank You! I Was Wondering If I Watched A Completely Different Tiger King Than Literally Everyone Else

Thank You! I Was Wondering If I Watched A Completely Different Tiger King Than Literally Everyone Else

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On The Topic Of She-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named's Latest Transphobic Fantasy

On The Topic Of She-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named's Latest Transphobic Fantasy

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#72

Condoms Are Uncomfy, Can't You Just Take Plan B Instead?

Condoms Are Uncomfy, Can't You Just Take Plan B Instead?

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Andy Acceber
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ask a man if he still likes to orgasm with a condom. If he says "no," no sex. You'll be surprised how many are suddenly okay with wearing a condom.

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