In the United States adherence to the values of the masculine mystique makes intimate, self-revealing, deep friendships between men unusual.

For some men the power to destroy life becomes the equivalent to the female power to create life.

Mixing oil and testosterone can be dangerous.

In the United States adherence to the values of the masculine mystique makes intimate, self-revealing, deep friendships between men unusual.

To be deeply committed to negotiations, to be opposed to a particular war or military action, is not only considered unpatriotic, it also casts serious doubt on one's manhood.

As long as male behavior is taken to be the norm, there can be no serious questioning of male traits and behavior. A norm is by definition a standard for judging; it is not itself subject to judgment.

If human beings are to survive in a nuclear age, committing acts of violence may eventually have to become as embarrassing as urinating or defecating in public are today.