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In terms of gender equality, I had an interesting discussion the other day on whether or not equality precludes chivalry. I'm a bit old fashioned in my mannerisms and will often hold doors for women (and occasionally men), as well as certain other gestures, such as waiting for my host to seat him or herself before I do when a guest at another's dinner table. I view it all as a bit anachronistic, but it's mostly harmless and too deeply ingrained in my character for me to worry especially about changing it. Most people seem to feel the way I do, although I have occasionally met with somewhat vocal and negative reactions.
In terms of the concept of 'all men created equal', it's a high minded ideal and thus only true in a high-minded and abstract sense. It's my personal belief that each individual is equal in potential , but that individual's true worth sprouts from how they pursue and utilize that potential.
Just my thoughts.
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