Family Quote by Harold Norse
““I’m not a man, I can’t earn a living, buy new things for my family. I have acne and a small peter. I’m not a man. I don’t like football, boxing and cars. I like to express my feeling. I even like to put an arm around my friend’s shoulder. I’m not a man. I won’t play the role assigned to me- the role created by Madison Avenue, Playboy, Hollywood and Oliver Cromwell, Television does not dictate my behavior. I’m not a man. Once when I shot a squirrel I swore that I would never kill again. I gave up meat. The sight of blood makes me sick. I like flowers. I’m not a man. I went to prison resisting the draft. I do not fight when real men beat me up and call me queer. I dislike violence. I’m not a man. I have never raped a woman. I don’t hate blacks. I do not get emotional when the flag is waved. I do not think I should love America or leave it. I think I should laugh at it. I’m not a man. I have never had the clap. I’m not a man. Playboy is not my favorite magazine. I’m not a man. I cry when I’m unhappy. I’m not a man. I do not feel superior to women I’m not a man. I don’t wear a jockstrap. I’m not a man. I write poetry. I’m not a man. I meditate on peace and love. I’m not a man. I don’t want to destroy you””
About This Quote
A stream of statements rejecting traditional masculine roles, expressing personal identity, non‑violence, and a desire for peace, while critiquing societal expectations.
In simple terms: Rejecting gender stereotypes and embracing personal values.
Key Takeaway
Question norms and define your own identity.
Themes
gender identity
non‑conformity
peace
self‑definition
Mood
reflective
defiant
Type
philosophical
personal statement
When to use this quote
- discussing gender roles
- expressing non‑violence
- personal manifesto
Key Concepts
masculinity critique
personal philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of masculinity do you reject?
- How do you embody peace in daily life?
A Different Perspective
May be seen as contradictory or overly broad.
