Showing posts with label Sexism. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Sexism. Show all posts

Sunday, January 8, 2012

And Spit On Their Graves

Frederica outlived 'em all. Oldest Honorary Contrarienne so far.

One of Frederica Sagor Maas' scripts launched Clara Bow. Maas eventually quit the movie business in disgust and much later wrote a scathing book about the industry.
And while we're at it, throw in Eve Arnold, too. Although she only lived to 99.

Sunday, July 12, 2009

Women=Profit$

Wapo:
Gender stereotypes aren't politically correct, but the research broadly finds that testosterone can make men more prone to competition and risk-taking. Women, on the other hand, seem to be wired for collaboration, caution and long-term results.
Commenters seem to think it's all reverse sexism. Me, I'd check out the original material before jumping to conclusions, but hey, I'm just a blogger.