Let’s dive into the discussion on the feminization of our culture and why it’s concerning. It’s not just troubling; it’s, well, a bit frightening. If unaddressed, it could lead to some serious issues for the future of our society.
Toxic empathy
The tragic incident involving Irina Zaltoska on a Charlotte train is a case in point. The mayor’s response is just the tip of the iceberg.
Zaltoska was a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee, murdered by DeCarlos Brown Jr. while he was on the train. Brown had a long history of arrests—14, to be precise—before this incident, and his most recent release came through cashless bail.
The magistrate judge who let Brown go, Teresa Stokes, also runs a mental health and addiction clinic in the area. It’s a bit troubling, don’t you think? A judge involved in this type of case has ties to a clinic where she oversees operations. Feels a bit off.
This isn’t just a fluke; Brown essentially received his 15th chance. I mean, even I wouldn’t give my daughter that many opportunities to misstep.
Now, let’s look at the mayor’s statement on the matter. He referred to the situation as tragic, noting it highlights the problems within our social safety nets and mental health care systems. He suggests that Brown is struggling with a crisis. Well, maybe that’s just stating the obvious?
What about acknowledging Zaltoska’s family during such a hard time? It feels a bit lacking.
You might wonder how this connects to the notion of third-wave feminism, or perhaps you don’t, but I’ll share my thoughts anyway.
We’re seeing a surge in concepts around identity that have contributed to what some label as “toxic empathy.” This idea has been critiqued for years, with MacDonald highlighting its impacts nearly a decade ago.
Toxic empathy seems to be taking root in our institutions, particularly affecting women. It’s noteworthy that the number of childless women in leadership positions has significantly increased, doubling from 10% to 20% among those aged 25-30 since 1970. Even women in the 40-45 age range are experiencing high rates of childlessness.
This shift may be influencing our perception of masculinity. Television often depicts fathers as bumbling fools, and terms like “simp”—referring to men who overly sympathize with women—are becoming more common.
This cultural femininization doesn’t alter the fact that men and women remain biologically distinct. Yet, it seems that violent individuals are capitalizing on this trend, leading to an environment where criminals feel emboldened.
There are women who, despite not being grounded in traditional family roles, still seek maternal support. Their solution? They might adopt disruptive ideologies.
They talk about marginalized groups, yet some of the most extreme examples, like Palestinian terrorists, seem to garner misplaced empathy. It’s almost absurd at times.
Consider how society has lionized individuals with troubled pasts, like Michael Brown, while vilifying others, like Kyle Rittenhouse, who acted in self-defense. The tendency to empathize with wrongdoers feels misplaced and counterproductive. There’s a push for leniency toward individuals involved with gangs while highlighting their struggles, which can be troubling.
Toxic empathy appears to demand compassion for those who may not deserve it. It’s all about adopting concepts that overlook the traditional family structure and masculinity.
Yet, we find ourselves in a position where those in power—like judges and mayors—are focused on social frameworks rather than holding individuals accountable. If there’s a desire for restoring the strength of our society, those who avoid being labeled as “toxic” need to step up and take action against violence.
Take, for example, the situation with two female officers struggling to handle a situation with a much lighter individual. It raises questions about their effectiveness in that role. Who made such decisions?
Also, consider a woman leading a program aimed at repatriating criminals back to the U.S. Her background in diversity and inclusion, while relevant, might leave one wondering about the implications of her approach. It seems out of touch with reality.
What’s happening here? Who’s behind these decisions? If there’s a connection to this larger issue, then effective change certainly needs to happen. The rise of such attitudes can be attributed to a deficit in traditional masculinity.
It’s time we reevaluate our culture.
Our future depends on it.
Look out for my column tomorrow, where I’ll discuss what America really wants—because, frankly, it’s not this kind of nonsense.
What I’m reading
An interesting piece about an 87-year-old man reminiscing about his boxing glory days.
“She was screaming at her brain”: 87-year-old says she uses boxing training to dodge a jewel thief in Manhattan
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Bescent truly is a force!
“I’m going to punch your f*cking face”: Private dinner with the Trump administration is bound to be intense
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Grateful for that.
“Democrats have entered the trap”: Britthume calls Trump’s crime strategy a political winner.
