The B.S. Debate Archive

  • Prejudice researchers use the term benevolent sexism to refer to forms of sexism that characterize women as extremely good. The benevolent sexist views women as bastions of purity who need to be protected, supported, and adored. Despite its overtly positive flavor, this idealization of women implies that women are weak, soft creatures that are best suited to traditional gender roles.

    Chivalry: The B.S. Debate – Part 1

    Posted on September 2, 2009 | 1 Comment
    Prejudice researchers use the term benevolent sexism to refer to forms of sexism that characterize women as extremely good. The benevolent sexist views women as bastions of purity who need to be protected, supported, and adored. Despite its overtly positive flavor, this idealization of women implies that women are weak, soft creatures that are best suited to traditional gender roles.

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  • Any attitude or behavior that connotes that women might require to be catered to and/or protected in specific instances is a form of BS.

    Chivalry: The B.S. Debate – Part 2

    Posted on September 1, 2009 | No Comments
    Any attitude or behavior that connotes that women might require to be catered to and/or protected in specific instances is a form of BS.

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