> numerous examples of assault and discrimination
Yes there is no denying it that it happens. But its not a "rape culture" and is not as common as people make it out to be.
A rape accusation will utterly destroy someones life. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mattress_Performance_(Carry_Th...
But yes there are the terrible instances that occur: https://www.buzzfeed.com/katiejmbaker/heres-the-powerful-let...
> to the fact that if a couple wants to have a child the woman is the one who is forced to take a career hit
This is non-partisan, and is not a social justice issue, its a public policy issue. Both Clinton and Trump have plans: http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/comparing-donald-trump-hillar...
> I don't buy the retort that a woman should choose whether she wants to pursue a career in corporate law or to have a child, that consideration never enters the picture for a man.
How do you change it though? This is simply a discussion for the couple to have.
> You may consider yourself an egalitarian but you can't be blind to the wider state of things. Have you considered that you may have a similar blindspot for other types of discrimination?
I am aware of it yes. I read a lot - but it comes across as overly-sensitive and I believe sensitivities are learned not innate. And a lot of people just want to pick a fight because they are angry.
The third-wave in your face blogging feminism is the wrong approach. It feels more like a way to gain power and influence than to actually make things better. It just drives discrimination underground.