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View submission: How Men Become Aziz Ansari
I guess because it’s complicated. Should Aziz have known better? Yes absolutely. But also so many men are taught that that’s how you behave. I grew up watching TV in the 90’s and early 00’s and women were often portrayed like voiceless prey, and men as sex pests - and it was seen as a big old joke or even just how things are. Years of conditioning does make people think it’s okay, and think that’s just how it works. We need to do better by both men and women.
No, don't give them this excuse. Don't infantilize them. Men aren't stupid, and they understand consent on a deep, nuanced level. Some of them just don't care when it's a no from a woman.
Comment by mahjimoh at 18/02/2025 at 07:18 UTC
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This is so good - thank you!
Comment by Fun-Preparation-4253 at 18/02/2025 at 16:37 UTC
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Yes!
Comment by re_Claire at 21/02/2025 at 01:12 UTC
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You’re absolutely right. I’m pissed at myself for doing so tbh. I’ll edit my comment.