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

Exactly. It’s like saying “not all men are rapists”. Yeah. But there are still a hell of a lot of rapists, so what’s your point?

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

THIS! As a gay man I have showered naked with men after sports and never felt an uncontrollable urge to hop on them. Its not difficult.

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

Maybe we should ask Kevin Spacey. It's has nothing to do with the sexuality.

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

i am a lesbian and i can control myself around other girls wearing revealing clothing , like it really doesn't bother me

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

well some men are also f*****g sick in their head, i have had guys do all sort of stuff towards me that would be considered assault, but because "we are friends, being drunk and having fun" its all good right?, these are people i dont see anymore, but the way they treated me, told me exactly how they would treat women, and probably even worse for the women. also some deranged men see women as objects rather then actual human beings. i hate that a woman has to be on her toes constantly just because men are f*****g disgusting. i have had several female friends sleep at my place while too drunk, could never imagine betraying that kinda trust, i am just happy that my female friends were trusting enough in me to see my place as a safe place, i truely wish all guys would act like that, but i guess thats just wishful thinking.

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

Points for the title. COSIGN COSIGN COSIGN!!! (straight/bicurious myself)

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

If you really want to see this in action, go to a strip club where there are horny men and horny lesbians. The men are all pigs about it and the women aren't. Sure both groups get rowdy. The both will tip the dancer and buy her drinks and the expectation is always that the dancer will owe them sex in some form. The difference is when she says no to the women, they accept it and there are no issues unlike the men who will stalk the dancer, prey upon her simply because they believe it's their privilege as men. I have seen this over and over and over again. It's sickening what men think their privilege is because they have dangly bits.

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

Well, I know a Couple of lesbians and been at gay bars. Not all lesbians can control themselves when see other women wearing revealing clothes! The problem are definitely not the clothes.. The problem are the human beings...

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

I think they compaired lesbians to men not because men are the only gender who rape but because both lesbians and straight men are attracted to ladys but i can see why it could have been taken the wrong wa i had to re-read it a cupple times cuz at first i was like wa- then i was like oooooooooooo also i'm 12 no offence it shouldn't be that hard for grown people to figrue it out if i can and also stop down voting people for speaking their minds also women can wear what they want just as men can but yes it does put them at a higher risk of being sexuliy harrased. before poeple start down voting me hear me out i am a sexual assault surviver so yes being in that sistuation made it hard for me to trust straight men but not all men are the same don't be so judgey and get to know someone not their gender you'll find not everyone is the same.

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

To all those men on here saying women dressing provocatively should expect unwanted attention - if a man is wearing expensive clothing, does that mean he should expect to be mugged? Is "he asking for it" When his wallet is stolen and he's beaten by those who covet his gold? Just curious.

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

Im straight and I can controll myself when I see a boy shirtless. It is quite simple

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

Why is everyone getting downvoted too hell for speaking out?

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

It’s because that’s the way it is here. If your opinion differs from some on here, watch out!!

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

Bill Newsome, that comment makes no sense. Men and women are NOT different in what arouses us.

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

If men can control themselves in strip clubs but can’t on the high street, the problem is not lack of control

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

Exactly ! That's what being civilized means, controlling your urges. And the reward is a world, where pretty women walk around in little bits of nothing, while others complain about loose morals :D So behave !

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

I’m bi but I like girls so it still counts. I mean I see a girl showing her shoulders I’m not gonna rape her bc “it’s distracting” I mean it’s rare I even notice.

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Let's increase your testosterone levels by, oh, say the medical biological difference of approximately 2000% and see if you have a tenth of the control the guys still have.

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

Right, bc men have testosterone flowing through their body it’s an excuse to rape women bc “oh I couldn’t control myself bc of the goddamn testosterone”. Your comment makes no sense smart guy.

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Could also be a simple habit effect. If you are exposed to a stimulus for a long time, it loses part of its effect.

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Certainly testosterone has no part of the equation. It’s all a social construct, no biology to consider.

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I knew a lesbian that made very inappropriate and highly sexual comments anytime she saw a girl in reveaing clothes so..

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Because men and women are different in what arouses them? Men still should control themselves regardless of what turns them on visually.

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I would like to say that in my experience this is not true. I worked as a club DJ back in the 90's and did a few nights at a gay club. When straight men came in they would get hit on and say they were straight and that was the end of it. If a straight women came in no matter how many times they said they were straight they would be hounded. I night one of my friends had to be escorted out by the bouncers because they would not give her 5 minutes rest and she kept getting touched.

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Tbf if you wear revealing clothing a lot of guys will look edit: why am i getting downvoted for stating something?

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The problem is the physiology: Physical arousal triggers the reproduction instinct for men while women can be physically aroused without that in mind. No defend for A-holes that think that's an excuse

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

So how come for lots of men this "reproduction instinct" doesn't involve assaulting or harassing women on the street? It's nothing to do with instinct and everything to do with the total lack of respect some men feel towards women.

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Not all guys, not all lesbians. There´s been a lot of sexual abuse cases by women (nuns, female jail supervisors, etc) that have been silenced. It doesn´t mean all of them are the same

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As a straight man, I have never understood why men feel the need to make certain comments, blatantly stare, and just act rude and perverted. As a person with a functional brain, I've never understood why some women will wear an outfit that intentionally shows off 99% of their body, then act disgusted by any form of attention. I mean, you can't be wearing an outfit like that because it's comfortable can you?

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

Because you are right with the first part of your comment. A person should be able to be naked and free from risk of harm, free from nasty comments. The problem is not the lack of clothing but the reactions to it. Naked or clothed, people should be safe. It isn't like that but should be. Not that I want a world full of naked people and yes some people do dress provocatively deliberately. Doesn't make being provoked okay. If they got no reaction they would see little need.

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lesbians dont have a penis to harm and rape a woman. hardly a good example..

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Yes, true but men hormones are significantly stronger and different than women (even if you are a gay woman). Women are stronger in that aspect. But men (not all) can be weak either way but reveling clothes are like a confirmation or a way to make bad temptations worse. If you dress really revealing, knowing that it will lead a man to think or even act wrongly. It is partially your fault, if you are putting yourself out there very inappropriately yes it's wrong. Men, have those urges for one or two reasons. Because we as a human race are ment to reproduce. And dressing very revealing way can be a make a guys think or act strange becouse its nature... well sorta. It can also be becauseif Sin. Women can feel that way too. It's wrong both ways. But yes 100%. Men need to control thier mind, thoughts, body and soul. Men can think wrongly even if women are dressed very modest but that doesn't give you the excuse to make it worse. Some are extra crazy becouse of a mental illness and/or Sin. It perverts the mind and takes mother nature to the extremes and twists what was once good into selfishness. Pray for those guys

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Sorry! I've seen lesbians who could not control themselves when women around them were wearing even the slightest of revealing clothes.

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

Two things. First, saying "But some lesbians..." is the rhetorical equivalent of saying, "Not all men..." in this context. Second, yes, women and men can both behave horribly like this. They're among the people who have internalized misogyny, and normalized objectifying behavior towards women. That's still the patriarchy.

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Writing "some guys" instead of "guys" would be a good choice. I know she probably did not mean "all men" but just "some individuals among men", but this lack of nuance could make this generally valid opinion seem like a vicious generalization about men as a whole, which would make them less prone to listen and more prone to defend themselves stubbornly.

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

Not all men harass women. But all women are told to cover themselves so no man gets "distracted" . In this case the topic does involve all men.

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A very unfair generalisation, not all guys/men are like that. Actually most of them are not like that.

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I find this comparison weird. Comparing lesbians to men seems....homophobic?

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

In what way is this homophobic? It compares men to lesbians in one sense only, that they are both sexually attracted to women. Men come off badly of course in this comparison for the very reasons he point is made. There is nothing homophobic at all.

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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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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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Andy Acceber
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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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#40

So True

So True

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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

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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#44

Yes, Just Like That

Yes, Just Like That

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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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#45

Misogyny Running Deep

Misogyny Running Deep

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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

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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Unconstitutionality

Unconstitutionality

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Ryan Deschanel
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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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I Don't Know Why This Made Me Laugh So Hard

I Don't Know Why This Made Me Laugh So Hard

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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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