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While equality doesn't mean sameness, much of what we view as masculine or feminine is wrapped up in patriarchal views of gender roles, and the dismantling of patriarchal systems and expectations will naturally disrupt those views. Judgments over masculinity and femininity are also wrapped up in homophobia and transphobia, so greater inclusion and acceptance of LGBTQ+ people are throwing those judgments into disarray as well.
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Researcher shares 'men are too feminine and women too masculine' claims dating back to the 1800s
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"ARE THE SEXES CHANGING PLACES? Men Becoming Feminine in Their Bearing, and Women Grow More Dashing" – headline from 1886.
Putin’s War on Ukraine: Macro Authoritarian Toxic Masculinity and Domestic Abuse
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