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In reply to the discussion: Is it possible to have a conversation [View all]BainsBane
(53,031 posts)12. It should be
The problem is that some insist that DU is exempt from sexism and then challenge others to provide evidence. If those men who are so offended by discussions of rape, harassment, and sexism would simply discuss the topic rather than seeing any mention of the problem as an attack on themselves, we could have more productive discussions. Some however are so determined to deny its existence or take things personally, and they thus put themselves right smack in the middle of the issue.
Case in point, the outrage over the Indian PSA where a few men claimed posting it was an attack on them. Here it is, in case anyone missed it. One little video led to more than a week of complaints about feminists "attacking" men.
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If you're discussing alleged misogyny on DU then yes, I think you should provide
Pretzel_Warrior
Dec 2013
#20
This is really getting serious. But for the third time in about a week, I agree with you.
sabrina 1
Dec 2013
#55
Texasgal I dont think for most those three adjectives apply. Men and woman are getting
Drew Richards
Dec 2013
#41
There you go again. All false and unsubstantiated accusations look in the mirror and tell
Drew Richards
Dec 2013
#43
No! unlike you...i say exactly what I mean without adding additional insinuations
Drew Richards
Dec 2013
#51
Lol go look up the definition of projection and reread your post. I have nothing against you
Drew Richards
Dec 2013
#56
Nothing productive about the subject, too much ideology to talk honestly with each other, as well as
freshwest
Dec 2013
#23
DU2 and earlier had clearly defined rules about civility and they were enforced by moderation.
kcr
Dec 2013
#27
Are you Just Asking Questions? If you have something to say, go ahead and say it. nm
rhett o rick
Dec 2013
#33
OMFG Spot on! Thank You for this post...Very well put together and unrefutable..NOW
Drew Richards
Dec 2013
#39
He basically posted the conversation breakdown from redqueens original post on the Indian PSA
Drew Richards
Dec 2013
#48
I'm hoping it will when the temp bans go into effect. It might make people think a little
Drew Richards
Dec 2013
#45
I hope so, but I have a feeling all we'll see is more reincarnations of people
liberal_at_heart
Dec 2013
#46