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If the status quo is to discriminate, and someone defends the status quo knowing that it's sexist, that person is defending a sexist position.


Exactly, which is what the manifesto is fighting against.


The manifesto is asking to END those programs and create "separate but equal" institutions. Are we reading the same manifesto?


We're reading the same document, but what you don't realize is your brain is adding additional context and information that is simply not in the document. Therefore, you are confused about what the author is saying.

Can you give me some indication that you understand what I'm talking about? You don't have to agree, just a sign that you know what I'm saying. I'm wondering if your brain maybe censors certain sorts of ideas, such that you effectively don't even "see" them.




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