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“Men talk about masculinity through sports and clothes. They don't talk about gender, they talk about LeBron James and whether it's okay to wear lipstick and eyeliner. They're not getting to the question at hand, which is, "What does it mean to be a man when the traditional values of masculinity are eroding incredibly rapidly?'”

Quote by Stephen Marche

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Stephen Marche is a Canadian writer born in 1976. His work spans across various genres including novels, non-fiction, and criticism, known for his unique perspective and profound insights into contemporary social issues. more

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