I think it encourages dependence on men somehow-- men have expertise, therefore women should look to them, rely on them, rather than trusting themselves. It encourages a power imbalance.
I mean, I have done it too! "I can't BELIEVE you haven't seen FIREFLY!" to people. But I don't think that I do this to get into their good graces/pants exactly?
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Date: 2009-10-30 12:33 pm (UTC)I mean, I have done it too! "I can't BELIEVE you haven't seen FIREFLY!" to people. But I don't think that I do this to get into their good graces/pants exactly?
It's fucking annoying is what it is.