Quote by Norman Mailer

Because there is very little honor left in American life, there is a certain built-in tendency to destroy masculinity in American men.

Because there is very little honor left in American life, th

Summary

This quote suggests that the decline of honor in American society has led to an inherent inclination to weaken masculinity in American men. It implies that societal values, which may prioritize certain attributes associated with femininity like empathy or compassion, undermine traditional masculine qualities such as strength, courage, and assertiveness. By attributing this tendency to the erosion of honor, the quote suggests that the perception of masculinity is being negatively influenced in American culture due to changing societal norms and values.

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Honor

By Norman Mailer

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