Harrassment in the High Court

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Sexism has been increasingly more current in the workplace. The chronic situation of female harassment throughout political industry has been dually noted after Senator Kirsten Gillibrand claimed to be harassed by fellow male colleagues. Unprofessionalism is just an understatement when it comes to the comments of United States political leaders. After recently giving birth, the New York State Senator received rather inappropriate remarks regarding her post-pregnancy physique from male counterparts. One claimed that she was "even pretty when she's fat." An older senator grabbed her by the waist and said he likes his women "chubby." Gillibrand, astounded, held herself in state of decorum by refraining from responding to such comments with profanities. I, myself, do not know if I could have that amount of self control. This situation furthermore emphasizes how being undermined is a daily occurrence for women in the workplace. While this specific case has been brought to light, regarding women as of lesser value is too common in today's society.

Should a woman be subject to such degrading and humiliating comments, nevertheless in the work place?? Of course not and it does not take a super feminist to see that. No woman should have to experience such social injustices. Just because you are a political leader does NOT mean you have the "authority" to lay your hands on another person or make crude comments about their appearance, man or woman!  In America, we most often view discrimination as a problem already dealt with in the past. But has it really vanished as much as we believe? Lower salaries than males, prejudice, plus misogyny continue to victimize women to this day. Though it is SEEMINGLY more passive than other misconducts in the work place, such as Senator Gillibrand's case, sexism should not be disregarded in America. I think it was wise for Gillibrand to publicize such acts. Women, take a stand, don't just simply shake it off. Writing an angry letter to your harasser and throwing it out won't cut it here. Assertiveness and confidence are key. We are just as valuable to society as men. And to men, a real man treats a woman with respect and as an equal. Think about that next time you choose to a pervert.