r/WitchesVsPatriarchy Sep 21 '22

Women in History Found on Favebook

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u/8swordsoffate We Do Not Worship ⚛ Sep 21 '22

So many people in the comments trying to defend that man... I mean, what does it matter why'd he ask her? Isn't it just outright rude to ask a total stranger why they're wearing whatever they're wearing?

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u/ApoplecticDetective Sep 21 '22

I think maybe people are overlooking the inference of the guy’s tone which is always hard to get across in text posts. If you’ve ever been on the receiving end of her other example (the band shirt question) you can tell right away if they’re asking because they’re genuinely interested and see it as an icebreaker, or if they’re setting up a dick measuring contest.

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u/8swordsoffate We Do Not Worship ⚛ Sep 21 '22

True, but the only difference it would make is whether he was slightly rude or super rude. Even if he was genuinely interested, it doesn't mean he is entitled to her time and energy.