• Smeagolicious [they/them]@hexbear.net
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    4 years ago

    not really the type of men

    Isn’t that the problem? This sort of thing labels “real men” as trash, which could cause problems for trans men/trans masc identity

    • marxisthayaca [he/him,they/them]@hexbear.net
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      4 years ago

      It’s not real men. Why is the asshole piece of shit the real man? What do trans men gain from wanting to associate their masculinity with the godawful masculinity most reasonable men are trying to escape?

      • Smeagolicious [they/them]@hexbear.net
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        If “all men are trash” is a repeated sentiment, you don’t think that might cause a little undue stress for trans men who are pursuing their own masculine identity? As if this wasn’t the point in shaun’s observation - that generalized hatred toward men is not productive and could even be destructive, whereas criticism of toxic masculinity is necessary