I can tell you first hand as a white male that those men who have done their own work which might parallel the strides of the women’s movement are few and far between. The inherent problem is that the level playing field woman have rightfully demanded can only happen with a relinquishing of power, arrogance and entitlement that certain men have cherished like they were “unalienable rights.” Instead, the new conservative movement seems to want to turn the clock back to the 1950s when gender roles were clearly defined and “boys will be boys” was a defense that could excuse any violent behavior, sexual or otherwise, towards women. Read more…
A Letter To The World
Dear World — I’m feeling uncertain about this transition taking place in America. But I wanted to give you an update from my vantage point in rural New Mexico.
First and foremost, I do not want to disparage President Trump. He is a perfect product of contemporary capitalism which appears to be on steroids, a culture that endorses shame and blame as a way to live, spiritual hobbyists, the superficiality of social media and television that encourages emotional vulgarity, and the stern father archetype. Unless I’m mistaken, this was the role model President Trump had for a father. These are men, like many, who fear leading a self-examined life. Read more…