Myriam Miedzian

Writer United States

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Myriam Miedzian is a writer from the United States, best known for Boys will be boys: breaking the link between masculinity and violence.

Quick Facts About Myriam Miedzian

Nationality: United States
Profession: Writer
Notable works: Boys will be boys: breaking the link between masculinity and violence

About Myriam Miedzian

Myriam Miedzian is an American philosopher, author, and social activist. She is the founder of non-profit organizations, including Monumental Women and Prepare Tomorrow's Parents.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Quotes by Myriam Miedzian

Saving lives is not a top priority in the halls of power. Being compassionate and concerned about human life can cause a…

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Compassionate

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As long as male behavior is taken to be the norm, there can be no serious questioning of male traits and behavior.…

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Behavior

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If human beings are to survive in a nuclear age, committing acts of violence may eventually have to become as embarrassing as…

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Acts of violence

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Maybe our grandmothers weren't as stupid as we thought. The family, volunteer work, religion, shaping the hearts and minds of the next…

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Family

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To be deeply committed to negotiations, to be opposed to a particular war or military action, is not only considered unpatriotic, it…

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Action

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For some men the power to destroy life becomes the equivalent to the female power to create life.

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Female

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In schools all over the world, little boys learn that their country is the greatest in the world, and the highest honor…

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Boys

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Mixing oil and testosterone can be dangerous.

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Alternatives

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In the United States adherence to the values of the masculine mystique makes intimate, self-revealing, deep friendships between men unusual.

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Adherence

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