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The whole "who opens the door" thing seems laughable today and you really need to take that issue in the context of the 60's and 70's. Small civil gestures (not to be confused with "Chivalry") were routinely accorded to the "weaker sex". In order to confront the entire patriarchal society within which women lived, baby steps were necessary. I am capable was addressed in so many small ways that eventually led to serious changes in the treatment of women where it mattered most; economically, politically, educational opportunities, and entry into a much broader range of job market opportunities. And yet, women still earn less than men with the same qualifications, for the same job.
Is there a single woman here at tfp that personally fought for the equal treatment of women? Is there a single woman here that would trade the progress of women's rights since the 60's-70's, for the "chivalry" of an opened door?"
I can't believe so much is now being taken for granted by the young women of the current generation. The petulance of the young men that don't believe they are shown sufficient respect by women is another surprise. Dayum, people, you get what you give.
I honestly do not see much self-respect, and rarely mutual respect, among many of the members of tfp. Well, this post has likely pissed off everyone. A deserving response to the OP, in my opinion.
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