I agree with what you say about feminism. But the most misogynistic movement now is the trans activist movement. It is also very homophobic. This movement is literally erasing women in language and law. If one cannot define what a woman is one cannot protect sex based rights. Sex matters and gender is not sex. A woman is not a feeling or a dress. Woman’s rights are human rights.
Rather than argue about what genders deserve support and protection, we need to work to pass the ERA. I remember when anti-feminist Phillis Schlafly sucked the air out of the movement to pass the ERA. Why can’t we stop trying to define other’s gender and the behaviors appropriate to those genders? I don’t mean that we should accept physical violence such as rape and sexual assault as appropriate gendered behavior. I do mean you can define your sexual gender and I will be responsible for mine. You can decide how you live your life and role. I will define me.
Just like racism, misogyny is rampant in our society. Both are economic systems that create classes, privileged and non. This the ongoing struggle I hope we continue to fight for the future of our nation. One weapon would be the ERA.
Speaking of phyllis schlafly I just started watching “Mrs. America” on Apple TV about her. Having been in my early 20’s and lived the times it’s interesting to note that while she was fighting so hard against the ERA she traveled the country and also took one of her sons law entrance exams as he didn’t want to become an attorney and passed so she then went to law school after her husband said that he was the lawyer in the family. Also interesting is one of her sons was GAY and she knew it.
Your drawings are very thought-provoking. Scary times ahead. I'm 74 and remember my grandmother—raising nine children but working her tail off in the home. She helped raise my sister and me until we were 8 and 9. She played the fiddle at dances, crocheted, and quilted. There were no opportunities for her to work outside the home. I say each to their own. Women have and always will have an immense role in our society, regardless of their role or path.
Strong women often get no praise until they’re gone. Then, oh my, the work they did 24/7 no vacation & certainly no holidays! My mother didn’t earn much but taught children to sing 4 part harmony w 4 y/olds to voice changing in adolescent boys. Girls & boys choirs, often put together for great music on ‘big’ holidays.
And when we four were well into grade school she went to college to become an English teacher in three high schools over 25 years, moving w my father as his work posts changed. And when he died suddenly in his early 60’s she went back & got an MA in English Lit & taught college courses at Northeastern night school for working men & women.
At her funeral service many of her students both from high schools & Northeastern Univ came to raise their voices in praise of her commitment to their efforts to become ‘professional’ like her. Refined and well prepared and always w a witty upbeat tone when humor would cure all distress.
Saying No to Gaetz gave the senators a taste of power, woke them right up. This is getting interesting. There is a festering reason why the ERA didn't get passed. Yet.
Are you related to the woman who began the Witte Foundation lecture series at the Newport Beach Public Library in Orange County CA? It is wonderful and has terrific speakers.
Regarding Pete Hegseth, “allegations of sexual assault” are just that—allegations. Show your work or get lost. And then, OMG, “drinking to excess”! However that’s defined, since when has it been a disqualification for office? It really cracks me up when the comrades get all nosebleed and Puritanical. As I pour another glass of wine, I feel so unqualified for public office! On the other hand, Pete Hegseth commanded a rifle platoon in combat, while I served in Vietnam in a humbler capacity. Most of his critics have never worn the uniform, and of course they would have disdained to wear it. Military service is for losers, right…?
That's pretty much what Trump said. “Why should I go to that cemetery? (Aisne-Marne American Cemetery) It’s filled with losers.” Trump also referred to the more than 1,800 marines who lost their lives at Belleau Wood as “suckers” for getting killed.
I have siblings, nieces, nephews and cousins who are vets or are in the service. I’ve taught at the Naval Postgraduate School. I have tremendous respect for the military. You can presume you know how I really feel about vets, but it’s just your prejudice. Stop trolling folks on the ‘left,’ and fueling your resentments. You’ll probably feel better.
You are absolutely right that l’m prejudiced. And it’s a well earned prejudice. I know what stands behind your “tremendous respect for the military.” Every soldier knows the score on that: “Better you than me.” Rudyard Kipling had it right:
It was a mistake to respond to you, your response to the Trump quotes are classic misdirection. You changed the subject from his expressed disdain for the military for what you presume and imagine is my disdain. Sleep on!
Why bring up what Trump is alleged to have said in the first place. That, to me, was the real misdirection. In response, I merely reminded you that the Left has a long and dishonorable record of disrespecting and bashing the military.
" I agree with Gilbert’s implication that we are not in the 1950’s anymore (although it might seem like it, with the end of Roe v Wade); women are not going back."
Yes. There is recent research about the erasure of women by the trans movement. I posted about it a few months ago and a queer Substack group suggested I reconsider subscribing because the data made trans subscribers feel unsafe.we must find the courage to stand up for ourselves and quickly. Time will not wait.
Wow! This post generated a lot of support and controversy. I remember the damage Phillis Schlafly did to the ERA. I laughed at all but most at the prerequisites for taking A Rape Avoidance class cartoon since I take classes. A How to Dress Class could generate a great cartoon. Keep us laughing through our tears.
My mom went to work and learned to drive in her 30s after a messy divorce. She began at the Iodent Chemical Co. as a secretary in Detroit and moved to LA when they opened a second factory. They made toothpaste. How long will you be in So. California? I would love to meet you and/or hear you speak. I live in Laguna Niguel next to Laguna Beach. If you want a free place to stay or a home-cooked meal, come visit. The Newport Beach Public Library has a well-attended speaker program. I'm sure they could find a venue for you. Maybe a sketching class for kids. It would be a great place to raise $ for your film project as it is a wealthy community.
I agree with what you say about feminism. But the most misogynistic movement now is the trans activist movement. It is also very homophobic. This movement is literally erasing women in language and law. If one cannot define what a woman is one cannot protect sex based rights. Sex matters and gender is not sex. A woman is not a feeling or a dress. Woman’s rights are human rights.
Yes.
The way some men treat women is unforgivable. Show me one man who has not had a woman to be his mother. It's a world wide problem.
Rather than argue about what genders deserve support and protection, we need to work to pass the ERA. I remember when anti-feminist Phillis Schlafly sucked the air out of the movement to pass the ERA. Why can’t we stop trying to define other’s gender and the behaviors appropriate to those genders? I don’t mean that we should accept physical violence such as rape and sexual assault as appropriate gendered behavior. I do mean you can define your sexual gender and I will be responsible for mine. You can decide how you live your life and role. I will define me.
Just like racism, misogyny is rampant in our society. Both are economic systems that create classes, privileged and non. This the ongoing struggle I hope we continue to fight for the future of our nation. One weapon would be the ERA.
Speaking of phyllis schlafly I just started watching “Mrs. America” on Apple TV about her. Having been in my early 20’s and lived the times it’s interesting to note that while she was fighting so hard against the ERA she traveled the country and also took one of her sons law entrance exams as he didn’t want to become an attorney and passed so she then went to law school after her husband said that he was the lawyer in the family. Also interesting is one of her sons was GAY and she knew it.
Your drawings are very thought-provoking. Scary times ahead. I'm 74 and remember my grandmother—raising nine children but working her tail off in the home. She helped raise my sister and me until we were 8 and 9. She played the fiddle at dances, crocheted, and quilted. There were no opportunities for her to work outside the home. I say each to their own. Women have and always will have an immense role in our society, regardless of their role or path.
I do so enjoy your posts -- a little injection of both humor and sanity. They bring me back to equilibrium.
Thank you.
Strong women often get no praise until they’re gone. Then, oh my, the work they did 24/7 no vacation & certainly no holidays! My mother didn’t earn much but taught children to sing 4 part harmony w 4 y/olds to voice changing in adolescent boys. Girls & boys choirs, often put together for great music on ‘big’ holidays.
And when we four were well into grade school she went to college to become an English teacher in three high schools over 25 years, moving w my father as his work posts changed. And when he died suddenly in his early 60’s she went back & got an MA in English Lit & taught college courses at Northeastern night school for working men & women.
At her funeral service many of her students both from high schools & Northeastern Univ came to raise their voices in praise of her commitment to their efforts to become ‘professional’ like her. Refined and well prepared and always w a witty upbeat tone when humor would cure all distress.
It was a marvelous memorial !
Thanks for reading all this !
What a beautiful statement to your mother. Thank you so much for sharing this and inspiring us!!
Thank you for writing it!
Saying No to Gaetz gave the senators a taste of power, woke them right up. This is getting interesting. There is a festering reason why the ERA didn't get passed. Yet.
Are you related to the woman who began the Witte Foundation lecture series at the Newport Beach Public Library in Orange County CA? It is wonderful and has terrific speakers.
Amazing how common my husband's good german name is, when nobody can pronounce it or spell it. Maybe the coach of baseball at Oregon state?
I really liked the How to Avoid Rape cartoon! It was spot on to what has too often been the reality in this country. Thanks!
Especially like cartoon #2.
Pete Hegseth’s mother saying he’s a changed man is like me telling my ex-husband’s new wife he changed. Not real convincing. Buyer beware!!!
I think we need a group hug.
I am happy to join everyone in an air hug. 🥰🤗
Regarding Pete Hegseth, “allegations of sexual assault” are just that—allegations. Show your work or get lost. And then, OMG, “drinking to excess”! However that’s defined, since when has it been a disqualification for office? It really cracks me up when the comrades get all nosebleed and Puritanical. As I pour another glass of wine, I feel so unqualified for public office! On the other hand, Pete Hegseth commanded a rifle platoon in combat, while I served in Vietnam in a humbler capacity. Most of his critics have never worn the uniform, and of course they would have disdained to wear it. Military service is for losers, right…?
That's pretty much what Trump said. “Why should I go to that cemetery? (Aisne-Marne American Cemetery) It’s filled with losers.” Trump also referred to the more than 1,800 marines who lost their lives at Belleau Wood as “suckers” for getting killed.
That’s pretty much what the Left said about Vietnam veterans. So don’t go giving yourself airs and pretending that you’re thankful for our service.
I have siblings, nieces, nephews and cousins who are vets or are in the service. I’ve taught at the Naval Postgraduate School. I have tremendous respect for the military. You can presume you know how I really feel about vets, but it’s just your prejudice. Stop trolling folks on the ‘left,’ and fueling your resentments. You’ll probably feel better.
You are absolutely right that l’m prejudiced. And it’s a well earned prejudice. I know what stands behind your “tremendous respect for the military.” Every soldier knows the score on that: “Better you than me.” Rudyard Kipling had it right:
And it’s Tommy this, and Tommy that,
And kick him out the brute.
But it’s “Saviour of his country”
When the guns begin to shoot.
It was a mistake to respond to you, your response to the Trump quotes are classic misdirection. You changed the subject from his expressed disdain for the military for what you presume and imagine is my disdain. Sleep on!
Why bring up what Trump is alleged to have said in the first place. That, to me, was the real misdirection. In response, I merely reminded you that the Left has a long and dishonorable record of disrespecting and bashing the military.
Me too!:
" I agree with Gilbert’s implication that we are not in the 1950’s anymore (although it might seem like it, with the end of Roe v Wade); women are not going back."
Yes. There is recent research about the erasure of women by the trans movement. I posted about it a few months ago and a queer Substack group suggested I reconsider subscribing because the data made trans subscribers feel unsafe.we must find the courage to stand up for ourselves and quickly. Time will not wait.
martial law
yes, fixed it. THanks.
Wow! This post generated a lot of support and controversy. I remember the damage Phillis Schlafly did to the ERA. I laughed at all but most at the prerequisites for taking A Rape Avoidance class cartoon since I take classes. A How to Dress Class could generate a great cartoon. Keep us laughing through our tears.
My mom went to work and learned to drive in her 30s after a messy divorce. She began at the Iodent Chemical Co. as a secretary in Detroit and moved to LA when they opened a second factory. They made toothpaste. How long will you be in So. California? I would love to meet you and/or hear you speak. I live in Laguna Niguel next to Laguna Beach. If you want a free place to stay or a home-cooked meal, come visit. The Newport Beach Public Library has a well-attended speaker program. I'm sure they could find a venue for you. Maybe a sketching class for kids. It would be a great place to raise $ for your film project as it is a wealthy community.