Culture

It’s Time We Stop Associating Masculinity With Predatory Men

Masculinity is a bit of a touchy subject these days as our culture reacts to sexual assault allegations against powerful predators, toxic men, and a misunderstanding about the nature of masculinity.

By Mia C. Gonzalez2 min read
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Our recent years have seen the rise of the #MeToo movement, the #BelieveAllWomen mantra, and a heavy backlash against toxic masculinity. What once used to feel like a man’s world is changing rapidly, and women’s issues, now being given the attention they’ve lacked for so long, have been taking center stage. As a woman myself, I’m glad to see our voices being taken more seriously, victims of assault and abuse finding support, and the appalling behavior of predators coming to light and being condemned. It was about time.