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| Topic | *sigh* I told you the #MeToo stuff was going to be weaponized by the alt right |
| Darkman124 12/04/18 12:06:02 PM #85: | they fear what they cannot control It cannot be overemphasized: this is a very human fear, rational or not, legitimate or not. When we give one group social power to stop a real threat, we inherently impose fear that it will be abused by that group upon the other social group(s). one hand: removal of work social events is generally a positive. nobody is ever obligated to be a mentor. outside work social events are arranged among friends. people get to choose their friends. these things are not discrimination. other hand: not hiring qualified women because you're afraid of the consequences of them speaking out when you or one of your employees assaults them is definitely discrimination and utter stupidity, begging for a lawsuit. part of "dont be an asshole" is "be professional." doesnt obligate you to champion them. does obligate you to do business with them. keep business in the professional realm. don't involve alcohol. work friends are the worst kind of friends anyway. --- And when the hourglass has run out, eternity asks you about only one thing: whether you have lived in despair or not. ... Copied to Clipboard! |
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