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“I don't mean to sound sexist, but as far as women have come over the last 40 years, you don't really see a lot of women hunters. They're still in the minority in the military, and there's not a lot of female construction workers. I hope that's not taken the wrong way. I think women are as smart…” quote by Robert Kirkman
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“I don't mean to sound sexist, but as far as women have come over the last 40 years, you don't really see a lot of women hunters. They're still in the minority in the military, and there's not a lot of female construction workers. I hope that's not taken the wrong way. I think women are as smart, resourceful, and capable in most things as any man could be … but they are generally physically weaker. That's science.”

Robert Kirkman

About This Quote

Source Interview: Comic Book Creator Talk, 2015

Women are underrepresented in physically demanding fields despite equal intelligence and capability, largely due to biological differences.

In simple terms: Women are fewer in tough jobs because of physical differences.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address structural barriers while valuing diverse strengths.

Themes

gender equality workplace diversity physical ability social expectations

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

observational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • military recruitment
  • construction hiring
  • STEM outreach
  • policy making

Key Concepts

biology social constructs occupational segregation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can institutions redesign roles to be more inclusive?
  • What stereotypes limit women's participation?
A Different Perspective

Physical differences are averages, not absolutes; many women excel in demanding roles.

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