Speaking as a female, if a woman chooses to act like a man, then she might as well be treated like one.
I completely understand the old thinking of never hitting a woman. That was in the day when men were seen as protectors and women knew how to act like ladies.
But for a female to provoke a fight expecting that men are going to abide by the never hit a woman mentality, I find that absolutely reprehensible. That is taking advantage of someone in a grossly unfair way, and speaking as a female, if the guy defends himself and pops her one, she deserved what she got.
The same holds true with anyone who is attacked. People have the right to defend themselves, so if you are going to attack someone don’t count on no response.
I agree with you. I am over 60 and am a Marine vet. I would never hit a woman because I am afraid of the damage I would cause. BUT if accosted by a bunch of feral females, well all bets are off. And yes, I would treat them as a man. Sad that it has come to this.