Relationships

"Liberal Woman" Complains That It's Hard To Find Masculine Men Who Aren't Conservative

She says it's difficult to find a liberal man who is willing to pay on the first date and fulfill a "more traditional masculine role in the relationship."

By Gina Florio3 min read
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In recent years, marriage rates in the United States have seen a decline. According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the marriage rate in 2019 was 16.3 per 1,000 total population, down from 19.4 in 2000. This decrease can be attributed to various factors, but modern feminism might be the biggest culprit of all. Naturally, there has also been a noticeable increase in the number of single, childless women, a trend that reflects the changing dynamics of personal choices and lifestyles compared to the tradition that was once common in the U.S. Advancements in reproductive technologies have additionally provided women with more choices regarding family planning. Options such as egg freezing and assisted reproductive techniques have seemingly extended the window of fertility, allowing women to postpone marriage and motherhood while focusing on other aspects of their lives.