The ladies here seem to pick up on the cloak & dagger relationships and adversaries much better than some of the men do. I'll respond to that with a theory (I don't mind getting yelled at.)
There is, at times, a certain hesitancy by some men and they tend to be less aggressive in social situations like this than they would be normally in deference to the ladies. While the ladies are free to behave as aggressively or passively as they choose. We men want to appear civilized while seeking women's approval.
I think it's nature's way. Either that, or a sign of the times. Or a combination of both.
Hold your fire, ladies. I'm only talking about science.
Besides, I'm acknowledging your natural power. Of course, some of us more rebellious types won't be contained.
Bagster
Yes bags, i too often see that in responses. That being said, I have never seen why any lady would want to lower herself to be the mere equal of a man. It is because of the higher regard with which real men hold the fairer sex that we will endeavor to persevere in order to always be seen as a provider, protector, a warrior of and for our women!
Let us not now in this great hour be found lacking that we hold our manhood so dear that we will not stand and charge once more into the breach to take and keep our great nation, the last place of freedom on our planet, from the evil clutches of those who would destroy HER!
MAGA! WWG1WGA!