In this society, the norm of masculinity is phallic aggression. Male sexuality is, by definition, intensely and rigidly phallic. A man's identity is located in his conception of himself as the possessor of a phallus; a man's worth is located in his pride in phallic identity. The main characteristic of phallic identity is that worth is entirely contingent on the possession of a phallus. Since men have no other criteria for worth, no other notion of identity, those who do not have phalluses are not recognized as fully human.

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This quote highlights the societal expectation of masculinity based on the concept of phallic aggression and pride in possessing a phallus. It suggests that in this society, a man's identity and self-worth are highly determined by the possession of a phallus, emphasizing the importance of male sexuality and phallic identity. Consequently, individuals who do not possess a phallus may be marginalized or excluded, as society does not recognize their full humanity based on this criterion. This quote presents a critical interpretation of the traditional norms and expectations associated with masculinity.

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