Another truth is that the case probably generated almost as many charged silences and exchanges between women as between any other groups. History shows that the ranks more comfortable with the status quo have always had a heavy representation of women. That unwavering human tendency to take away only the elements that reaffirm your world view was show in sharp relief in the Belfast case. Double standardIn that peculiar world where evangelicals overwhelmingly supported Trump, the rules and sanctions are still ruthlessly applied to women, but not to men. But as well-meaning men talk about staying home and leaving the referendum for women to decide, it’s important to remain alert to a significant minority whose continuing influence rests on the humbling of women.

Source: The Irish Times April 18, 2018 03:56 UTC