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Last year, Mo Rocca blogged about a decline in the time-honored tradition of construction workers hooting at women.But most of the women we know have different thoughts about the chronic festering of this unwanted attention. (Yeah, we know a few hotties: They tell us their troubles and leave us with the check.)
In all honesty: What do these whistling oafs expect a passing woman to do? Quell their cheers by stopping and taking off all her clothes?
One Israeli woman traveling in New Zealand recently did just that, stripping down out of annoyance, calmly withdrawing money from an ATM in the buff and then suiting up and going on her way.
She later told police -- who didn't charge her, but warned her that the behavior was "inappropriate" -- that she just thought "I'll show them what I've got," as the men whistled at her. "She gave the explanation that she had been ... pestered by New Zealand men. She's not an unattractive-looking lady," a police sergeant remarked.
Questions Raised: Is there less whistling coming from construction sites these days? Catcalls are an outdated (and totally useless) pick-up technique; what's a more sensitive way for a modern man to approach a lady on the street? Is there such a thing?
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Monday 26 May
By R
Women LOVE to be worshiped, get a grip girls! They'll take ANY worship they can get, gripe about it, dress as provocatively as possible, then feign indignation if someone comments; next to lying, displaying themselves is the most fun a female can have!
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Wednesday 28 May
By Gill
yes, quote panic at the disco. If they sing it, it must be true.
I can say that I don't get gratification out of taking clothes off in public. If it did happen, I'd be humiliated. Yes I like to feel beautiful, yes if I guy tells me he thinks I am, then I am flattered. But it is all about situation and how it is done. And I do not dress simply to hear such things, I dress how I want to. And how I want to changes with how I feel each day.
Monday 26 May
By Marilyn
There are men who make such inflammatory comments about women, "get back in the kitchen" or "women are here for the pleasure of men", due to ignorance, fear, and inadequecy. Independent, strong women who "choose" to have a man in their lives, often scare men. Why? Some men are raised with traditional values and are stuck in the past and unable to move on, and live in the present with a vision for the future, hence "the fear". People often fear what they see in others, when they themselves know they are lacking in such. I have a career which allows me to be nurturing, supportive, and often life saving, yet I enjoy activies frequently associated with being a "man's sport or job" I love riding my motortcyle, maintaining my own home, gardening, sewing, cutting firewood. Why? Because I can do it and I will as long as I can. I don't see a division in women and men's interests, jobs, or whatever.....
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Monday 26 May
By Ree'
Warren sounds like a serial killer or serial rapist in the making. Or maybe he has already started his crime spree against women. Since he replied with his whole name, (if this is his real name), if any woman should meet this pyscho, RUN! So many men hate women and kill, beat and rape because of that hate. Readers are supposed to be commenting on one thing and it has gone off into something totally disturbing for some commenters.
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Monday 26 May
By He-Man
Careful, Melissa...that "modesty" is showing...
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Monday 26 May
By Laura
The times I've been catcalled it's often been just after I received some really crappy news, like I couldn't have kids or my grandmother had a brain tumor, and I was just walking in a stupor when suddenly these men shouted things to me about my body, stuff about sex. It was so irrelevant to anything that was going on in my life. It just made me more sad. So I looked at the men and I let them see my sadness, and they got sad and went back to work.
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Monday 26 May
By Erica
Actually, in Spain and Mexico, it is concidered an insult to a woman if she isn't 'cat called' by groups of men as she passes. If a woman passes a group of men and they don't 'cat call' her, they are insulting her by indirectly stating that she is unattractive and not worth their attention. So, America's view of 'cat calls' and other cultures' views of it can be very different. So, we should never be culturally ignorant and automatically insist that a 'cat call' is simply an annoyance or unwanted attention. Feel thankful for the attention you get, because some women dont even get a second glance.
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Wednesday 28 May
By Gill
....Have you been to Spain?
Monday 26 May
By s. lane
Richard, sorry my wife hasn't given me any plesure in a long time. And I pay her bills too. I need a lawyer.
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Monday 26 May
By Kimo
I generally don't do it. I'm happily married but, when I go out to the club with my friends, both male and female, I do it as an act and once got called a barbarian by one of my friends. The woman I was doing it to, that I didn't know, defended me. To my surprise.
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Tuesday 27 May
By StoneMan
She was doing this type of behavior to sexually taunt the men. She was lucky she wasn't gang raped! Taunting sexual behavior is really a stupid thing for women to venture into. With so many sick men out there, very dumb move. She is a Sick Woman.
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Monday 26 May
By otis humphand
And she probably dropped a bill and bent over to get it. She wrote the letter W on each cheek, bent over and it spelled WOW.............
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Monday 26 May
By Samma
All the comments are interesting, but my take on it is, depends on who's whistling and it depends who is being whistled at. I'm not a bra burner, nor do I need someone to take care of me. I feel money is important in anyone's book, male or female, so that is not an issue. Don't make it an issue!
I'm a little old fashion, I do not care for all the "political correct" ways of doing things. Humanism has been thrown to the curb by this attitude. People take offense over too many things these days, and over nothing most of the time.
I am very independent, have lived by myself over twenty years, but I always feel very good to get the attention of a worthy admirer. Just take a bow ladies, and don't be offended, unless the male is, well, someone to be ignored. You can tell that at a glance. Just my two cents worth.
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Monday 26 May
By Frank
Wow,what a fridgid bitch that malisa is,whooaa,can you feel for her man?Whats all this about an educated confident woman. Geeez get over yourself. So what you went to school. This politically correctness is the destruction of this country. We have no back bone anymore. And its because of cry babies like this Malisa. So learn how to cook and take care of your man then you will be educated. When this modern over civilized time comes to an end. Witch they all have in history. It will return to the real world. The stongest will rule.
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Tuesday 27 May
By Melissa
To Frank the MORON -
First of all, learn to spell my name you moron. Actually, just learn to spell period, because you SUCK at it. Secondly, from reading your post, you are CLEARLY intimidated by me, and you should be. And about this statement you made, "So learn how to cook and take care of your man then you will be educated." Aww...it sounds like you're jealous because I'm educated and you're not. Did you never get to go to college? Well...shame, shame. I put MYSELF through college. Sounds like you're lazy and just need a woman to take care of you? What a sad, pathetic excuse for a man you must be. I could run laps around you - both physically and mentally. You're a male chauvinist pig, and any man who thinks like you is destined to live a very, very lonely life.
Wednesday 28 May
By Gill
My boyfriend cooks better than I ever will. Education is important for both males and females. I don't see how defending herself against men saying that women exist for them, and only them, makes her a frigid bitch. You, Frank, clearly have a stick of your own up your ass to be quite frank. haha, frank. :P
Friday 30 May
By Steph
Wow. Just wow. Obviously, as Melissa herself stated, you are jealous of her education and your lack thereof. Does it make you nervous, knowing that someone who possesses a vagina can also possess a fully functional brain? It must be an even scarier concept, considering you only have half a brain, and very likely only half a penis. I know that was a little "below the belt" (pardon the pun), but I chose to hit Frank in the only place it really hurts for fools of his particular variety.
Yes, Frank, I'd feel very threatened if I were you. Chauvinistic pigs like your self are coming to realise that women are becoming more and more independent. Obviously, your mother has been cooking your meals for the whole 13 years of your life, and you're starting to panic when you realise that you might not be able to rope in a woman as downtrodden as your mother assuredly was. Who will cook your dinner and fetch you a cold beer, when you've gone out into the world by yourself?
I like to feel sexy sometimes, but I have very little interest in the attention of men. I make an effort in my appearance when I go to work. I try to dress nice in public. But really, I do it for me. I guess I'm a little vain.
It makes me a little uncomfortable sometimes, but I don't mind if I get the occasional look. In saying that, there is a huge difference between a casual glance and some idiot being about 2 steps away from humping my leg. Basically, it comes down to social etiquette. I myself like to look at whatever my eye finds pleasing, both men and women. I compare it to being in an art gallery. I don't think any one hollers and makes rude gestures at art exhibits, barring mental deficiencies. It shouldn't be acceptable for people act like this towards each other, either.
As for the girls who dress like hookers and then whine when they get too much attention, what do they expect? For that matter, ANYONE who dresses far from what is normal will get a lot of attention. But they do have a right to dress however they like (with the exception of actual nudity). And dressing like a prostitute does not make it ok for men to force these women to do anything they do not wish to do. It's just as wrong for men to even be catcalling at these women, but I'd be very annoyed if a friend dressed in such a manner and then had the hide to complain about negative attention.
When I was younger, I had a friend who was deeply into the "goth" culture. I didn't see her often, but I visited her for her birthday party (fairy themed). We had to go in the shops, and she went in one of her velvet ball gowns, complete with glitter twirley patterns all over her face. She actually asked her mother, "why do they have to stare at me??". Her mother just looked at me and then rolled her eyes. Although, she was known for being a very silly girl.
Basically, a woman should be able to show a little flesh without having men screaming sexual profanities at her.
Friday 30 May
By Melissa
To FRANK THE MORON, once again -
"Its funny how you make comments and statements about people you dont even know." - WOW! You have some nerve there, moron! Especially considering that YOU are the one who called me a "frigid bitch" before I ever made ONE comment to you! And you've been married to your high school sweetheart for over 20 years? Really? Do you tell her to get back to the kitchen & talk to HER like a dog too? I bet you're like one of those wife-beating idiots that I've hauled off to jail a dozen times. The way you reference women, I'm sure you're no ray of sunshine towards your wife. Sounds like you find yourself superior to women, like most of the men I've arrested for domestic assault.
"I have done more in half a life than u will in your whole,let me guess,you work in an office" - Hmm, once again, using that fine grammar of yours. Firstly, I'm sure I'm considerably younger than you, and why does where you've traveled make a damn? I've traveled extensively, and will continue to do so for the rest of my life as long as I am able. Secondly, no, I don't "work in an office" - try detective - my lifelong dream. Not many people can say they're doing their dream job. I also own a travel agency.
"You spoiled over indulgent city folk will hope you know someone like me one day." - Nope, I work in the city - yes, but I was raised in the country, and I live in the country. And I already know plenty of people like you - and many of them are behind bars now.
"Keep plenty of batteries for your vibrator. You will need them." - Wow, you make me laugh! I've been engaged to the man of dreams for two years now, thank you very much. We're currently planning our dream wedding & honeymoon in Ireland. And believe me, no "vibrator" has EVER been needed, but should I ever need one, I'll be sure to ask your wife which kind is the best.
Now, get back to your male chauvinism so that you can feel like you're a big man!
Tuesday 27 May
By Kimo
ernest "HUMP HAND"?
Your the type that no one wants attention from.
Get a life.
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Tuesday 27 May
By JUDY
Well I see some men on here that have actually been shot down by a woman who has more class and makes more money then they do roflmao. Thats why they got shot down, they think a woman is here for their needs lOL Probably all of them are the 30 second men and cannot get a rerun LOL
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