Words have power

The_Bearded_Cyclist · 2023-02-24T00:35:55+00:00

Baby trapping should be reproduction consent violation/sexual assault.

63daddy · 2023-02-24T01:59:30+00:00

I agree words have power and I think often MRAs accept word choices that are not helpful. Some more examples:

Patriarchy: we don’t live in patriarchy so we shouldn’t engage in any debate based on patriarchy theory, it’s a point based on a false premise.

Toxic masculinity: Masculinity isn’t toxic.

Anti-feminist: People typically define themselves by what they are for. I’m egalitarian. I’m for equal rights. Obviously this means I oppose feminist advantages for women, but my core value is being for equality, not against feminism.

Conflating gender and sex. If I mean sex, I try to use that term rather than gender so it can’t get twisted.

Positive discrimination: no, discrimination against men isn’t positive. Similar thing with affirmative action. Similar with reverse discrimination. Discrimination against men is discrimination, nothing reverse about it.

Safe space for women: Meaning places men aren’t allowed. This is no different than a white only space where black people aren’t allowed.

Equity: typically means discrimination against men in areas women are less represented to force more even numbers. Similar with parity. Similar with diversity and inclusion. Whenever I hear such words I can almost guarantee the next thing I will hear is an argument for discrimination against men.

Rights for women: Rights aren’t FOR any one demographic. Laws advantaging women aren’t women’s rights, they are privileges.

Male privilege: a privilege is a policy that advantages some people over others. When feminists use the term you can bet there isn’t actually any policy of advantage or they’re simply making something up.

Representation: feminists often conflate gender representation and political representation. Someone doesn’t have to be the same sex as you to politically represent you.

freeball_1 · 2023-02-24T00:47:45+00:00

I don't think we need to change the word for circumcision we just need to describe it as the genital mutilation it actually is, when done without consent to an underage child.

Wairliving · 2023-03-01T01:00:30+00:00

Words have hella power, fam. Like, they can shape our thoughts, beliefs, and actions, and even influence the thoughts, beliefs, and actions of others. Words can inspire us to achieve sick goals, bring mad comfort and healing to those who are hurting, and connect us with others on a deep level.

Title	Words have power
Author	Jacklshere
Upvotes	25
Comments	24
Date	February 24, 2023 12:32 AM UTC (3 years ago)
Subreddit	Posted in /r/MensRights
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