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	== See also ==		== See also ==

	*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Masculism Masculism] - Wikipedia		*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Masculism Masculism] - Wikipedia

			== External links ==

			*[https://theantifeminist.com/ The AntiFeminist] - An anti-feminist blog with occasional commentaries on MAPs and an active comments section.

	== References ==		== References ==

	[[Category:Official Encyclopedia]][[Category:Child Advocacy]][[Category:Sociological Theory]][[Category:Terminology]][[Category:Terminology: Academic]][[Category:Terminology: Popular]]		[[Category:Official Encyclopedia]][[Category:Child Advocacy]][[Category:Sociological Theory]][[Category:Terminology]][[Category:Terminology: Academic]][[Category:Terminology: Popular]]

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	* "[https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=276D7212D34A11F1BCD115E7C566AB8D '''The Second Sexism: Discrimination Against Men and Boys''']" (2012)		* "[https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=276D7212D34A11F1BCD115E7C566AB8D '''The Second Sexism: Discrimination Against Men and Boys''']" (2012)
	::Benatar critically examines societal discrimination against men and boys, challenging perceptions around gender-based bias.		::Benatar critically examines societal discrimination against men and boys, challenging perceptions around gender-based bias.
	* '''Benatar, D. (2002). [https://lindsayrettler.weebly.com/uploads/5/1/0/2/51024555/benatar_david-_two_views_of_sexual_ethics-_promiscuity_pedophilia_and_rape__2002_.pdf Two Views of Sexual Ethics: Promiscuity Pedophilia, and Rape.] Public Affairs Quarterly, 16(3), 191–201.'''		* '''Benatar, D. (2002). [https://lindsayrettler.weebly.com/uploads/5/1/0/2/51024555/benatar_david-_two_views_of_sexual_ethics-_promiscuity_pedophilia_and_rape__2002_.pdf Two Views of Sexual Ethics: Promiscuity, Pedophilia, and Rape.] Public Affairs Quarterly, 16(3), 191–201.'''
	:: An important discussion of the fundamental logical flaws in modern sexual discourse.		:: An important discussion of the fundamental logical flaws in modern sexual discourse.

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	* "[https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=276D7212D34A11F1BCD115E7C566AB8D '''The Second Sexism: Discrimination Against Men and Boys''']" (2012)		* "[https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=276D7212D34A11F1BCD115E7C566AB8D '''The Second Sexism: Discrimination Against Men and Boys''']" (2012)
	::Benatar critically examines societal discrimination against men and boys, challenging perceptions around gender-based bias.		::Benatar critically examines societal discrimination against men and boys, challenging perceptions around gender-based bias.
			* '''Benatar, D. (2002). [https://lindsayrettler.weebly.com/uploads/5/1/0/2/51024555/benatar_david-_two_views_of_sexual_ethics-_promiscuity_pedophilia_and_rape__2002_.pdf Two Views of Sexual Ethics: Promiscuity Pedophilia, and Rape.] Public Affairs Quarterly, 16(3), 191–201.'''
			:: An important discussion of the fundamental logical flaws in modern sexual discourse.

	'''[[Wikipedia:Christina%20Hoff%20Sommers\|Christina Hoff Sommers]]''' is a philosopher and author who has written extensively on feminism and gender issues.		'''[[Wikipedia:Christina%20Hoff%20Sommers\|Christina Hoff Sommers]]''' is a philosopher and author who has written extensively on feminism and gender issues.

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	== Masculism among Boylovers==		== Masculism among Boylovers==

	It is common to see self-identified proponents of Masculism among [[Boylove]]rs, particularly on community websites such as [[BoyChat]]. While Masculinist talking points are commonly observed (for example, some older BLs believe the attack on them in the 70s, 80s and 90s is linked to a broader phenomenon of [[Transgender youth and attraction to minors#Dissent among MAPs and Trans people\|"male erasure"]]), there currently exists no known alliance between mainstream Men's Rights Advocates and BLs. While said individuals are often adamant that hatred of BLs is driven by Feminist ideology, [[Feminism\|feminists]] of the 1970s were not commonly seen to make direct arguments against any such concept as [[Pederasty\|"pedagogical eros"]]. Instead, it could be argued that as the predominant group of MAPs in that era, BLs were disproportionately effected by a generalized feminist offensive against incestuous/age-disparate relationships. This gelled conveniently with [[Moral panic\|anti-queer manifestations]] of the religious-right that went as far as open alliance between the two groups, and led to the emergence of a professional sex abuse paradigm. Said alliance [[MAPocalypse\|appears to have re-emerged]] in the 2020s.		It is common to see self-identified proponents of Masculism among [[Boylove]]rs, particularly on community websites such as [[BoyChat]].<ref>For just a small sample, see for example, [https://www.boychat.org/messages/1624599.htm], [https://www.boychat.org/messages/1624818.htm], [https://www.boychat.org/messages/1624862.htm].</ref> While Masculinist talking points are commonly observed (for example, some older BLs believe the attack on them in the 70s, 80s and 90s is linked to a broader phenomenon of [[Transgender youth and attraction to minors#Dissent among MAPs and Trans people\|"male erasure"]]), there currently exists no known alliance between mainstream Men's Rights Advocates and BLs. While said individuals are often adamant that hatred of BLs is driven by Feminist ideology, [[Feminism\|feminists]] of the 1970s were not commonly seen to make direct arguments against any such concept as [[Pederasty\|"pedagogical eros"]]. Instead, it could be argued that as the predominant group of MAPs in that era, BLs were disproportionately effected by a generalized feminist offensive against incestuous/age-disparate relationships. This gelled conveniently with [[Moral panic\|anti-queer manifestations]] of the religious-right that went as far as open alliance between the two groups, and led to the emergence of a professional sex abuse paradigm. Said alliance [[MAPocalypse\|appears to have re-emerged]] in the 2020s.

	In some instances, younger, politically heterodox MAPs ([[Girllove]]rs included) have expressed support for Masculinist beliefs, again, lacking any sign of strategic alliance with the wider movement of Men's Rights Advocates.		In some instances, younger, politically heterodox MAPs ([[Girllove]]rs included) have expressed support for Masculinist beliefs, again, lacking any sign of strategic alliance with the wider movement of Men's Rights Advocates.

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	== Masculism among Boylovers==		== Masculism among Boylovers==

	It is common to see self-identified proponents of Masculism among [[Boylove]]rs, particularly on community websites such as [[BoyChat]]. While Masculinist talking points are commonly observed (for example, some older BLs believe the attack on them in the 70s, 80s and 90s is linked to a broader phenomenon of [[Transgender youth and attraction to minors#Dissent among MAPs and Trans people\|"male erasure"]]), there currently exists no known alliance between mainstream Men's Rights Advocates and BLs. While said individuals are often adamant that hatred of BLs is driven by Feminist ideology, [[Feminism\|feminists]] of the 1970s were not commonly seen to make direct arguments against any such concept as [[Pederasty\|"~~pedagocical~~ eros"]]. Instead, it could be argued that as the predominant group of MAPs in that era, BLs were disproportionately effected by a generalized feminist offensive against incestuous/age-disparate relationships. This gelled conveniently with [[Moral panic\|anti-queer manifestations]] of the religious-right that went as far as open alliance between the two groups, and led to the emergence of a professional sex abuse paradigm. Said alliance [[MAPocalypse\|appears to have re-emerged]] in the 2020s.		It is common to see self-identified proponents of Masculism among [[Boylove]]rs, particularly on community websites such as [[BoyChat]]. While Masculinist talking points are commonly observed (for example, some older BLs believe the attack on them in the 70s, 80s and 90s is linked to a broader phenomenon of [[Transgender youth and attraction to minors#Dissent among MAPs and Trans people\|"male erasure"]]), there currently exists no known alliance between mainstream Men's Rights Advocates and BLs. While said individuals are often adamant that hatred of BLs is driven by Feminist ideology, [[Feminism\|feminists]] of the 1970s were not commonly seen to make direct arguments against any such concept as [[Pederasty\|"pedagogical eros"]]. Instead, it could be argued that as the predominant group of MAPs in that era, BLs were disproportionately effected by a generalized feminist offensive against incestuous/age-disparate relationships. This gelled conveniently with [[Moral panic\|anti-queer manifestations]] of the religious-right that went as far as open alliance between the two groups, and led to the emergence of a professional sex abuse paradigm. Said alliance [[MAPocalypse\|appears to have re-emerged]] in the 2020s.

	In some instances, younger, politically heterodox MAPs ([[Girllove]]rs included) have expressed support for Masculinist beliefs, again, lacking any sign of strategic alliance with the wider movement of Men's Rights Advocates.		In some instances, younger, politically heterodox MAPs ([[Girllove]]rs included) have expressed support for Masculinist beliefs, again, lacking any sign of strategic alliance with the wider movement of Men's Rights Advocates.

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	In some instances, younger, politically heterodox MAPs ([[Girllove]]rs included) have expressed support for Masculinist beliefs, again, lacking any sign of strategic alliance with the wider movement of Men's Rights Advocates.		In some instances, younger, politically heterodox MAPs ([[Girllove]]rs included) have expressed support for Masculinist beliefs, again, lacking any sign of strategic alliance with the wider movement of Men's Rights Advocates.

	== Criticism and controversy: ==		== Criticism and controversy ==
	Critics argue that masculism, at times, can be misconstrued as a reactionary movement against feminism. Some question the necessity of a separate movement for men's rights, positing that gender issues are interconnected and should be addressed collectively.		Critics argue that masculism, at times, can be misconstrued as a reactionary movement against feminism. Some question the necessity of a separate movement for men's rights, positing that gender issues are interconnected and should be addressed collectively.

	== Relationship with Feminism: ==		== Relationship with Feminism ==
	While there are areas of overlap, tensions can arise between masculism and feminism. However, there are instances of collaboration where both movements recognize the need for a more inclusive dialogue on gender issues.		While there are areas of overlap, tensions can arise between masculism and feminism. However, there are instances of collaboration where both movements recognize the need for a more inclusive dialogue on gender issues.
	In conclusion, masculism is a multifaceted movement seeking to address a range of issues affecting men in modern society. Its evolution and impact on gender discourse continue to shape conversations around equality, stereotypes, and the complex interplay of societal expectations.		In conclusion, masculism is a multifaceted movement seeking to address a range of issues affecting men in modern society. Its evolution and impact on gender discourse continue to shape conversations around equality, stereotypes, and the complex interplay of societal expectations.

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	::Advocates for involved fatherhood and explores the importance of fathers in children's lives. From the book's description: <ref>[https://www.amazon.com/Father-Child-Reunion-Bring-Children/dp/0615223931 Father and Child Reunion: How to Bring the Dads We Need to the Children We Love - Amazon.com: Description]</ref>		::Advocates for involved fatherhood and explores the importance of fathers in children's lives. From the book's description: <ref>[https://www.amazon.com/Father-Child-Reunion-Bring-Children/dp/0615223931 Father and Child Reunion: How to Bring the Dads We Need to the Children We Love - Amazon.com: Description]</ref>
	<blockquote>		<blockquote>
	~~''''~~[...]''some findings on children with single parents ….''		[...]''some findings on children with single parents ….''

	''• Children do better with single fathers than with single mothers. Both boys and girls are healthier and do better psychologically and academically, as well as socially.''		''• Children do better with single fathers than with single mothers. Both boys and girls are healthier and do better psychologically and academically, as well as socially.''
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	''• Single fathers experience less stress juggling children and work than do single mothers.''		''• Single fathers experience less stress juggling children and work than do single mothers.''

	~~''''~~[...]'' if divorce cannot be prevented, children being primarily with their dads gives children more of both parents than when they are primarily with their mothers; reduces a mother's economic dependency on a man, and reduces men's ten times greater suicide rate after divorce.''		[...] ''if divorce cannot be prevented, children being primarily with their dads gives children more of both parents than when they are primarily with their mothers; reduces a mother's economic dependency on a man, and reduces men's ten times greater suicide rate after divorce.''
	</blockquote>		</blockquote>

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	*"[https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=644D054AAADF4E2199E023418CB6D14D '''Who Stole Feminism?: How Women Have Betrayed Women''']" (1994)		*"[https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=644D054AAADF4E2199E023418CB6D14D '''Who Stole Feminism?: How Women Have Betrayed Women''']" (1994)
	::Sommers investigates the radicalization of feminism, highlighting what she sees as the distortion of the movement's original goals. From the book's description:		::Sommers investigates the radicalization of feminism, highlighting what she sees as the distortion of the movement's original goals. From the book's description:
	<blockquote> ~~''''~~[A]'' group of zealots, claiming to speak for all women, are promoting a dangerous new agenda that threatens our most cherished ideals and sets women against men in all spheres of life. In case after case, Sommers shows how these extremists have propped up their arguments with highly questionable but well-funded research, presenting inflammatory and often inaccurate information and stifling any semblance of free and open scrutiny. Trumpeted as orthodoxy, the resulting "findings" on everything from rape to domestic abuse to economic bias to the supposed crisis in girls' self-esteem perpetuate a view of women as victims of the "patriarchy".''</blockquote>		<blockquote>[A] ''group of zealots, claiming to speak for all women, are promoting a dangerous new agenda that threatens our most cherished ideals and sets women against men in all spheres of life. In case after case, Sommers shows how these extremists have propped up their arguments with highly questionable but well-funded research, presenting inflammatory and often inaccurate information and stifling any semblance of free and open scrutiny. Trumpeted as orthodoxy, the resulting "findings" on everything from rape to domestic abuse to economic bias to the supposed crisis in girls' self-esteem perpetuate a view of women as victims of the "patriarchy".''</blockquote>

	'''[[Wikipedia:Roy_Baumeister\|Roy Baumeister]]''' is an American social psychologist who is known for his many works, including works on sexuality and sex differences.		'''[[Wikipedia:Roy_Baumeister\|Roy Baumeister]]''' is an American social psychologist who is known for his many works, including works on sexuality and sex differences.
	* [https://www.amazon.com/There-Anything-Good-About-Men/dp/019537410X '''Is There Anything Good About Men?: How Cultures Flourish by Exploiting Men''']. (2010)		* [https://www.amazon.com/There-Anything-Good-About-Men/dp/019537410X '''Is There Anything Good About Men?: How Cultures Flourish by Exploiting Men''']. (2010)
	:: Roy Baumeister offers provocative answers to many questions about the current state of manhood in America.		:: Roy Baumeister offers provocative answers to many questions about the current state of manhood in America.
	<blockquote> ~~''''~~[W]''hile men have greatly benefited from the culture they have created, they have also suffered because of it. Men may dominate the upper echelons of business and politics, but far more men than women die in work-related accidents, are incarcerated, or are killed in battle--facts nearly always left out of current gender debates.''</blockquote>		<blockquote>[W]''hile men have greatly benefited from the culture they have created, they have also suffered because of it. Men may dominate the upper echelons of business and politics, but far more men than women die in work-related accidents, are incarcerated, or are killed in battle--facts nearly always left out of current gender debates.''</blockquote>

	The following authors challenge modern scientific and public biases in general, also addressing gender biases directed against men.		The following authors challenge modern scientific and public biases in general, also addressing gender biases directed against men.

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	* Education and Health: Masculists may address issues specific to men's education and health. Concerns could range from male underachievement in education to mental health challenges that may be stigmatized in male culture.		* Education and Health: Masculists may address issues specific to men's education and health. Concerns could range from male underachievement in education to mental health challenges that may be stigmatized in male culture.
	* Workplace Issues: Masculism may also touch on workplace challenges faced by men, including workplace safety, hazardous job conditions, and the expectation of being primary breadwinners.		* Workplace Issues: Masculism may also touch on workplace challenges faced by men, including workplace safety, hazardous job conditions, and the expectation of being primary breadwinners.

			===Wikipedia series===

			*[[Wikipedia:Men's rights movement\|Men's rights movement]]
			*[[Wikipedia:Men's movement\|Men's movement]]
			*[[Wikipedia:Discrimination against men\|Discrimination against men]]

	== Masculism among Boylovers==		== Masculism among Boylovers==

	It is common to see self-identified proponents of Masculism among [[Boylove]]rs, particularly on community websites such as [[BoyChat]].<ref>For just a small sample, see for example, [https://www.boychat.org/messages/1624599.htm], [https://www.boychat.org/messages/1624818.htm], [https://www.boychat.org/messages/1624862.htm].</ref> While Masculinist talking points are commonly observed (for example, some older BLs believe the attack on them in the 70s, 80s and 90s is linked to a broader phenomenon of [[Transgender youth and attraction to minors#Dissent among MAPs and Trans people\|"male erasure"]]), there currently exists no known alliance between mainstream Men's Rights Advocates and BLs. While said individuals are often adamant ~~that~~ hatred of BLs is driven by Feminist ideology, [[Feminism\|feminists]] of the 1970s were not commonly seen to make direct arguments against ~~any such concept as~~ [[Pederasty\|"pedagogical eros"]]. Instead, it could be argued that as the predominant group of MAPs in that era, BLs were disproportionately effected by a generalized feminist offensive against incestuous/age-disparate relationships. This gelled conveniently with [[Moral panic\|anti-queer manifestations]] of the religious-right ~~that went as far as~~ open alliance ~~between the two groups~~, ~~and led to the emergence of~~ a professional sex abuse paradigm. Said alliance [[MAPocalypse\|appears to have re-emerged]] in the 2020s.		It is common to see self-identified proponents of Masculism among [[Boylove]]rs, particularly on community websites such as [[BoyChat]].<ref>For just a small sample, see for example, [https://www.boychat.org/messages/1624599.htm], [https://www.boychat.org/messages/1624818.htm], [https://www.boychat.org/messages/1624862.htm].</ref> While Masculinist talking points are commonly observed (for example, some older BLs believe the attack on them in the 70s, 80s and 90s is linked to a broader phenomenon of [[Transgender youth and attraction to minors#Dissent among MAPs and Trans people\|"male erasure"]]), there currently exists no known alliance between mainstream Men's Rights Advocates and BLs. While said individuals are often adamant hatred of BLs is driven by Feminist ideology, [[Feminism\|feminists]] of the 1970s were not commonly seen to make ''direct'' arguments against Pederastic philosophy, for example, critiquing [[Pederasty\|"pedagogical eros"]]. Instead, it could be argued that as the predominant group of MAPs in that era, BLs were disproportionately effected by a generalized feminist offensive against incestuous/age-disparate relationships. This gelled conveniently with [[Moral panic\|anti-queer manifestations]] of the religious-right which courted open alliance with anti-sex feminists, helping usher in a professional [[Child Sexual Abuse\|sex abuse paradigm]]. Said alliance [[MAPocalypse\|appears to have re-emerged]] in the 2020s.

	In some instances, younger, politically heterodox MAPs ([[Girllove]]rs included) have expressed support for Masculinist beliefs, again, lacking any sign of strategic alliance with the wider movement of Men's Rights Advocates.		In some instances, younger, politically heterodox MAPs ([[Girllove]]rs included) have expressed support for Masculinist beliefs, again, lacking any sign of strategic alliance with the wider movement of Men's Rights Advocates.
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	::Advocates for involved fatherhood and explores the importance of fathers in children's lives. From the book's description: <ref>[https://www.amazon.com/Father-Child-Reunion-Bring-Children/dp/0615223931 Father and Child Reunion: How to Bring the Dads We Need to the Children We Love - Amazon.com: Description]</ref>		::Advocates for involved fatherhood and explores the importance of fathers in children's lives. From the book's description: <ref>[https://www.amazon.com/Father-Child-Reunion-Bring-Children/dp/0615223931 Father and Child Reunion: How to Bring the Dads We Need to the Children We Love - Amazon.com: Description]</ref>
	<blockquote>		<blockquote>
	''[...]some findings on children with single parents ….''		''''[...]''some findings on children with single parents ….''

	''• Children do better with single fathers than with single mothers. Both boys and girls are healthier and do better psychologically and academically, as well as socially.''		''• Children do better with single fathers than with single mothers. Both boys and girls are healthier and do better psychologically and academically, as well as socially.''
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	''• Single fathers experience less stress juggling children and work than do single mothers.''		''• Single fathers experience less stress juggling children and work than do single mothers.''

	''[...] if divorce cannot be prevented, children being primarily with their dads gives children more of both parents than when they are primarily with their mothers; reduces a mother's economic dependency on a man, and reduces men's ten times greater suicide rate after divorce.''		''''[...]'' if divorce cannot be prevented, children being primarily with their dads gives children more of both parents than when they are primarily with their mothers; reduces a mother's economic dependency on a man, and reduces men's ten times greater suicide rate after divorce.''
	</blockquote>		</blockquote>

	* "[https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=36A5C2C511683BFAD0BFFF3860D66E1C '''The Boy Crisis: Why Our Boys Are Struggling and What We Can Do About It''']" (2018)		* "[https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=36A5C2C511683BFAD0BFFF3860D66E1C '''The Boy Crisis: Why Our Boys Are Struggling and What We Can Do About It''']" (2018)
	::Co-authored with John Gray, discusses challenges faced by boys in contemporary society and proposes solutions. From the book's description:		::Co-authored with John Gray, discusses challenges faced by boys in contemporary society and proposes solutions. From the book's description:
	<blockquote>''As boys become young men, their suicide rates go from equal to girls to six times that of young women.[...] Sex is a minefield for our sons. They're bombarded with mixed messages, afraid of being either too sensitive or not sensitive enough.[...] Boys with less-involved fathers are more likely to drop out of school, drink, do drugs, become delinquent, and end up in prison.[...] Boys' old senses of purposes, being a warrior, a leader, or a sole breadwinner, are fading. Many bright boys are experiencing a "purpose void," feeling alienated, withdrawn and addicted to immediate gratification.''</blockquote>		<blockquote>''As boys become young men, their suicide rates go from equal to girls to six times that of young women.''[...]'' Sex is a minefield for our sons. They're bombarded with mixed messages, afraid of being either too sensitive or not sensitive enough.''[...]'' Boys with less-involved fathers are more likely to drop out of school, drink, do drugs, become delinquent, and end up in prison.''[...]'' Boys' old senses of purposes, being a warrior, a leader, or a sole breadwinner, are fading. Many bright boys are experiencing a "purpose void," feeling alienated, withdrawn and addicted to immediate gratification.''</blockquote>

	'''[[Wikipedia:David%20Benatar\|David Benatar]]''' is a philosopher and author known for his work on ethics and gender issues.		'''[[Wikipedia:David%20Benatar\|David Benatar]]''' is a philosopher and author known for his work on ethics and gender issues.
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	*"[https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=644D054AAADF4E2199E023418CB6D14D '''Who Stole Feminism?: How Women Have Betrayed Women''']" (1994)		*"[https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=644D054AAADF4E2199E023418CB6D14D '''Who Stole Feminism?: How Women Have Betrayed Women''']" (1994)
	::Sommers investigates the radicalization of feminism, highlighting what she sees as the distortion of the movement's original goals. From the book's description:		::Sommers investigates the radicalization of feminism, highlighting what she sees as the distortion of the movement's original goals. From the book's description:
	<blockquote> ''[A] group of zealots, claiming to speak for all women, are promoting a dangerous new agenda that threatens our most cherished ideals and sets women against men in all spheres of life. In case after case, Sommers shows how these extremists have propped up their arguments with highly questionable but well-funded research, presenting inflammatory and often inaccurate information and stifling any semblance of free and open scrutiny. Trumpeted as orthodoxy, the resulting "findings" on everything from rape to domestic abuse to economic bias to the supposed crisis in girls' self-esteem perpetuate a view of women as victims of the "patriarchy".''</blockquote>		<blockquote> ''''[A]'' group of zealots, claiming to speak for all women, are promoting a dangerous new agenda that threatens our most cherished ideals and sets women against men in all spheres of life. In case after case, Sommers shows how these extremists have propped up their arguments with highly questionable but well-funded research, presenting inflammatory and often inaccurate information and stifling any semblance of free and open scrutiny. Trumpeted as orthodoxy, the resulting "findings" on everything from rape to domestic abuse to economic bias to the supposed crisis in girls' self-esteem perpetuate a view of women as victims of the "patriarchy".''</blockquote>

	'''[[Wikipedia:Roy_Baumeister\|Roy Baumeister]]''' is an American social psychologist who is known for his many works, including works on sexuality and sex differences.		'''[[Wikipedia:Roy_Baumeister\|Roy Baumeister]]''' is an American social psychologist who is known for his many works, including works on sexuality and sex differences.
	* [https://www.amazon.com/There-Anything-Good-About-Men/dp/019537410X '''Is There Anything Good About Men?: How Cultures Flourish by Exploiting Men''']. (2010)		* [https://www.amazon.com/There-Anything-Good-About-Men/dp/019537410X '''Is There Anything Good About Men?: How Cultures Flourish by Exploiting Men''']. (2010)
	:: Roy Baumeister offers provocative answers to many questions about the current state of manhood in America.		:: Roy Baumeister offers provocative answers to many questions about the current state of manhood in America.
	<blockquote> ''[W]hile men have greatly benefited from the culture they have created, they have also suffered because of it. Men may dominate the upper echelons of business and politics, but far more men than women die in work-related accidents, are incarcerated, or are killed in battle--facts nearly always left out of current gender debates.''</blockquote>		<blockquote> ''''[W]''hile men have greatly benefited from the culture they have created, they have also suffered because of it. Men may dominate the upper echelons of business and politics, but far more men than women die in work-related accidents, are incarcerated, or are killed in battle--facts nearly always left out of current gender debates.''</blockquote>

	The following authors challenge modern scientific and public biases in general, also addressing gender biases directed against men.		The following authors challenge modern scientific and public biases in general, also addressing gender biases directed against men.

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	== See also ==		== See also ==
	[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Masculism Masculism] - Wikipedia		*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Masculism Masculism] - Wikipedia

	== References ==		== References ==

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	<blockquote>''As boys become young men, their suicide rates go from equal to girls to six times that of young women.[...] Sex is a minefield for our sons. They're bombarded with mixed messages, afraid of being either too sensitive or not sensitive enough.[...] Boys with less-involved fathers are more likely to drop out of school, drink, do drugs, become delinquent, and end up in prison.[...] Boys' old senses of purposes, being a warrior, a leader, or a sole breadwinner, are fading. Many bright boys are experiencing a "purpose void," feeling alienated, withdrawn and addicted to immediate gratification.''</blockquote>		<blockquote>''As boys become young men, their suicide rates go from equal to girls to six times that of young women.[...] Sex is a minefield for our sons. They're bombarded with mixed messages, afraid of being either too sensitive or not sensitive enough.[...] Boys with less-involved fathers are more likely to drop out of school, drink, do drugs, become delinquent, and end up in prison.[...] Boys' old senses of purposes, being a warrior, a leader, or a sole breadwinner, are fading. Many bright boys are experiencing a "purpose void," feeling alienated, withdrawn and addicted to immediate gratification.''</blockquote>

	'''[~~https~~:~~//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/~~David%20Benatar David Benatar]''' is a philosopher and author known for his work on ethics and gender issues.		'''[[Wikipedia:David%20Benatar\|David Benatar]]''' is a philosopher and author known for his work on ethics and gender issues.
	* "[https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=276D7212D34A11F1BCD115E7C566AB8D '''The Second Sexism: Discrimination Against Men and Boys''']" (2012)		* "[https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=276D7212D34A11F1BCD115E7C566AB8D '''The Second Sexism: Discrimination Against Men and Boys''']" (2012)
	::Benatar critically examines societal discrimination against men and boys, challenging perceptions around gender-based bias.		::Benatar critically examines societal discrimination against men and boys, challenging perceptions around gender-based bias.

	'''[~~https~~:~~//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/~~Christina%20Hoff%20Sommers Christina Hoff Sommers]''' is a philosopher and author who has written extensively on feminism and gender issues.		'''[[Wikipedia:Christina%20Hoff%20Sommers\|Christina Hoff Sommers]]''' is a philosopher and author who has written extensively on feminism and gender issues.
	* "[https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=C2F552C8D7C3F0B03F043951BCD688BE '''The War Against Boys: How Misguided Feminism Is Harming Our Young Men''']" (2000)		* "[https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=C2F552C8D7C3F0B03F043951BCD688BE '''The War Against Boys: How Misguided Feminism Is Harming Our Young Men''']" (2000)
	::Critiques aspects of modern feminism, arguing that certain feminist ideologies harm the well-being and education of young boys. From the book's description:		::Critiques aspects of modern feminism, arguing that certain feminist ideologies harm the well-being and education of young boys. From the book's description:
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	<blockquote> ''[A] group of zealots, claiming to speak for all women, are promoting a dangerous new agenda that threatens our most cherished ideals and sets women against men in all spheres of life. In case after case, Sommers shows how these extremists have propped up their arguments with highly questionable but well-funded research, presenting inflammatory and often inaccurate information and stifling any semblance of free and open scrutiny. Trumpeted as orthodoxy, the resulting "findings" on everything from rape to domestic abuse to economic bias to the supposed crisis in girls' self-esteem perpetuate a view of women as victims of the "patriarchy".''</blockquote>		<blockquote> ''[A] group of zealots, claiming to speak for all women, are promoting a dangerous new agenda that threatens our most cherished ideals and sets women against men in all spheres of life. In case after case, Sommers shows how these extremists have propped up their arguments with highly questionable but well-funded research, presenting inflammatory and often inaccurate information and stifling any semblance of free and open scrutiny. Trumpeted as orthodoxy, the resulting "findings" on everything from rape to domestic abuse to economic bias to the supposed crisis in girls' self-esteem perpetuate a view of women as victims of the "patriarchy".''</blockquote>

	[~~https~~:~~//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/~~Roy_Baumeister Roy Baumeister] is an American social psychologist who is known for his many works, including works on sexuality and sex differences.		'''[[Wikipedia:Roy_Baumeister\|Roy Baumeister]]''' is an American social psychologist who is known for his many works, including works on sexuality and sex differences.
	* [https://www.amazon.com/There-Anything-Good-About-Men/dp/019537410X '''Is There Anything Good About Men?: How Cultures Flourish by Exploiting Men''']. (2010)		* [https://www.amazon.com/There-Anything-Good-About-Men/dp/019537410X '''Is There Anything Good About Men?: How Cultures Flourish by Exploiting Men''']. (2010)
	:: Roy Baumeister offers provocative answers to many questions about the current state of manhood in America.		:: Roy Baumeister offers provocative answers to many questions about the current state of manhood in America.
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	The following authors challenge modern scientific and public biases in general, also addressing gender biases directed against men.		The following authors challenge modern scientific and public biases in general, also addressing gender biases directed against men.

	'''[~~https~~:~~//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/~~Gad_Saad Gad Saad]''', an evolutionary psychologist, has contributed to discussions on ideas and behaviors.		'''[[Wikipedia:Gad_Saad\|Gad Saad]]''', an evolutionary psychologist, has contributed to discussions on ideas and behaviors.
	* "[https://libgen.li/edition.php?id=141868711 '''The Parasitic Mind: How Infectious Ideas Are Killing Common Sense''']" (2021)		* "[https://libgen.li/edition.php?id=141868711 '''The Parasitic Mind: How Infectious Ideas Are Killing Common Sense''']" (2021)
	::Saad explores the influence of ideological extremism on society, discussing how certain ideas can negatively impact critical thinking and common sense. From the book's description:		::Saad explores the influence of ideological extremism on society, discussing how certain ideas can negatively impact critical thinking and common sense. From the book's description:
	<blockquote> ''The West’s commitment to freedom, reason, and true liberalism has never been more seriously threatened than it is today by the stifling forces of political correctness.''</blockquote>		<blockquote> ''The West’s commitment to freedom, reason, and true liberalism has never been more seriously threatened than it is today by the stifling forces of political correctness.''</blockquote>

	'''[~~https~~:~~//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/~~Helen_Pluckrose Helen Pluckrose]''' is a scholar known for her work on cultural and gender studies.		'''[[Wikipedia:Helen_Pluckrose\|Helen Pluckrose]]''' is a scholar known for her work on cultural and gender studies.
	* "[https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=9A1609370E7965C6B9FAAC9FEE97F343 '''Cynical Theories: How Activist Scholarship Made Everything about Race, Gender, and Identity—and Why This Harms Everybody''']" (2020)		* "[https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=9A1609370E7965C6B9FAAC9FEE97F343 '''Cynical Theories: How Activist Scholarship Made Everything about Race, Gender, and Identity—and Why This Harms Everybody''']" (2020)
	::Co-authored with James Lindsay, this book critiques postmodern and activist scholarship, particularly in the areas of race, gender, and identity, and its impact on society. From the book's description:		::Co-authored with [[James Lindsay]], this book critiques postmodern and activist scholarship, particularly in the areas of race, gender, and identity, and its impact on society. From the book's description:
	<blockquote> ''Have you heard that language is violence and that science is sexist? Have you read that you shouldn't practice yoga or cook Chinese food? Are you confused by these ideas and wonder how they have managed to challenge so quickly the very logic of Western society? In this probing and intrepid volume, Helen Pluckrose and James A. Lindsay document the evolution of this dogma, from its coarse origins in French postmodernism to its refinement within activist academic fields. As Pluckrose and Lindsay warn, the unchecked proliferation of these anti-Enlightenment beliefs presents a threat not only to liberal democracy but also to modernity itself.''</blockquote>		<blockquote> ''Have you heard that language is violence and that science is sexist? Have you read that you shouldn't practice yoga or cook Chinese food? Are you confused by these ideas and wonder how they have managed to challenge so quickly the very logic of Western society? In this probing and intrepid volume, Helen Pluckrose and James A. Lindsay document the evolution of this dogma, from its coarse origins in French postmodernism to its refinement within activist academic fields. As Pluckrose and Lindsay warn, the unchecked proliferation of these anti-Enlightenment beliefs presents a threat not only to liberal democracy but also to modernity itself.''</blockquote>