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littlemissmartypants

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11. Dichotomies are dangerous. Especially when it comes to discussing sexuality and gender.

Reply to applegrove (Original post)

Tue Jan 27, 2026, 02:45 PM

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Behaviors stand on their own.

There's nothing good about thuggery and women can be thugs.

We are long past due for a frank and scientifically informed discussion about gender and gender bias in this American country.

Gender, like love spans the rainbow.

That's why it's a flag.

Thanks for the discussion, applegrove. ❤️

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Interesting reply, nuxvomica. ❤️ littlemissmartypants Tuesday #12

I like this perspective. Thought provoking. Easterncedar Tuesday #15

Dichotomies are dangerous. Especially when it comes to discussing sexuality and gender. littlemissmartypants Tuesday #11

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Both what, mgc? Please explain. TY ❤️ littlemissmartypants Tuesday #14

The world is not back and white. multigraincracker Tuesday #18

Exactly !! Great point! littlemissmartypants Tuesday #19