Equality: A Man's Claim : The Equality Issue from the Male Perspective, and an Ethical Society's Viewpoint [Paperback]

Alan Millard (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 1995 | ISBN-10: 156901342X | ISBN-13: 978-1569013427 | Edition: 1st

Have you ever been lost for defense against feminists who use their own language and terminology to promote their misguided, prejudiced philosophies? Equality: A Man's Claim retraces irrational accusations and exposes illfounded feminist beliefs which have become standard misinformation in today's society. The book offers strong argument to counteract feminist conjecture - an argument which has purposely been kept from you by the media and other sources of feminist propaganda.

Finally, here is a source that takes an unblinking look at the critical issues being used by feminists to destroy the interaction between men and women.
- How is it possible that men are still bound to uphold traditional female expectations (such as opening doors, etc.) when the traditional expectations for women are considered sexist and chauvinistic, and even constitute sexual harassment?
- Concerning domestic violence, how often do we hear, "He deserved it," as compared to "She deserved it"? And why are we more concerned about violence against women when there is more violence against men?
- If men are to be held responsible for supporting a child, then why are they not equally recognized in determining whether a fetus be born or aborted?
- By virtue of excluding one sex, with a hate of that sex and a blind devotion to their own sex, isn't the women's movement an accurate example of a true sex chauvinism?
- Were not men always concerned for both sexes in their traditional family goals and career aspirations? When did men ever sacrifice family or mate for their careers? Did they not, in fact, seek careers for the wife and family.
- What power ever possessed by men is equal to women's complete control over men's sexual (needs) acquisition?
- Under compromising circumstances, isn't a man's right to say yes equal to a woman's right to say no?
- To fulfill his masculine obligation, a normal boy will revolt from abnormal social pressures. Many of the social problems we have today are mere products of the problems caused by a lack of traditional values and sex role models.

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A monumental production! Any individual (male or female) who feels the Sisterhood is out of control along with our politically-correct society kowtowing to their agenda will thoroughly enjoy this book.

However, be forewarned! This well-researched and articulated expose' of so many inane activities currently being accepted as gospel-truth is not for the weak-of-heart. It is a hard-hitting, no-holds-barred attack on misandry and all its tangents.

In its 563 pages (large format, single spaced and small print), no aspect of life within the male/female arena is left untouched (at least I couldn't think of any). Mr. Millard calls a spade a bloody spade. For example, he clearly states: "Through biased interpretation, history is used by the women's movement to support negative claims against men. The past cannot be changed. However, records can be contaminated by tampering and arbitrary interpretation. This has been accomplished in many ways". The author then describes several actual situations to illustrate his point.

The writing style is heavy - in keeping with the seriousness Alan has devoted to this massive publication. I often found myself putting the book down after having read only a few pages - only to spend the next several hours contemplating on the points made. Then, almost joyously, going back to reread the section in question, savoring it for its insightfulness. My copy has so many highlighted lines that I'm now going to have to highlight those parts (already highlighted) which I feel stand out above the rest.

My heartfelt thanks and appreciation go out to Alan Millard. So many times I found something he wrote representing thoughts which I had harbored for so many years - all the while thinking I was alone in these feelings. Alan, however, not only expressed my thoughts, but presented the proof(s) that they were quite realistic at the same time.

There are now many excellent publications dealing with the masculist movement. Alan Millard's book takes its rightful place among them. -- Gerry Bissett

About the Author

Alan Millard is one of the originators of the men's equality effort. He grew up on a farm in Washington State. His interests concerning the equality issue began early, before the women's movement began. He became involved in the effort due to the prejudices he seen developing against men, and the take-over by feminism when a true equality of the sexes was first given some consideration, and when some, as himself, believed that a legitimate equality effort had to equally consider both sexes. (Otherwise, who are women supposedly equal to, God?) We often hear the term, "White Supremacy." Isn't the women's movement the same thing concerning the sexes?

The prejudices, injustices, and misconceptions conveyed to the public first through media sources and then law (EEO/AA, sexual harassment, etc.) became intolerable to Mr. Millard. He began writing articles and compiling his insight, research, concepts and reasoning into a file which contributed to the initial efforts to write his book in the spring of '83. He then began to incorporate his interests into his undergraduate degree, and later, into his graduate studies. Due to the prejudices supporting feminism within our educational institutions, this was not an easy task.

Thus, another impetus in Mr. Millard's efforts to speak out against the women's movement was the contamination of our educational system. Acceptance of feminism as, "Women's Studies," has been guised as "intellectual growth." He asks how educators can speak of intellectual growth when their intellect has deteriorated to the level of the feminist. If they were at a competent intellectual level, educators would equally consider men in a balanced assessment concerning equality of the sexes, and not be bound by a sex-based hate and prejudice characterized by feminists.

And just because he doesn't hate men doesn't mean he hates women. Those who condemn men as woman-haters because they are against the mistreatment of men reveal in themselves a poor quality in character. Since men aren't treated equal to women by such practice, supports that one with such an assessment would hate men. As he contends, many of what are referred to as "men's" organizations/studies are nothing but fraud - mere attempts by women's movement supporters to convert men. Colleges and universities are now filled with the feminist/women's movement prejudice, which has compromised research, tainted references, and stifled intellectual freedom.

Many misconceptions have been exposed by Mr. Millard. "Woman Suffrage"? He reminds us that usually if women had it bad, men had it much worse. Women are often portrayed as having to do chores in the past that by modern-day sentiment grants them the right to claim drudgery. Yet, women now claim they can do anything a man can do, as going to work and performing tasks in occupations that make any past drudgery claim look ridiculous.

Alan Millard has also received recognition by other men's organizations, as well as from a minority of intellectually independent university professors, for his insight, original concepts, comprehensive overview, and unique perception concerning men's equality issues. His work is far from a superficial analogy. He has put years into research, collecting evidence, examples, and documented occurrences, as well as incorporated into his book experience dealing with people, analyzing the social scene and political issues. He also contributes information to, and writes for, men's organizations, and is often involved writing articles and giving talks regarding men's equality concerns.

The philosophies of this book are non-partial, nor tainted, belonging to no one interest group such as education or religion. The book is based on research, but doesn't support feminist philosophies accepted by education, and may support some of the principles of religion as well as find fault with religious belief. It stands individually, and is built upon its own right. Mr. Millard stresses how important it is that people not be divided into categories (e.g. conservative, nonconservative, special interest, etc.). They must be as individuals. This allows individual thinking, not group thinking, with all issues considered objectively. Just because one has certain beliefs that are commonly shared with others whose religious or political convictions in other areas conflict, doesn't mean they are less valid. One who does not completely conform to the thinking of other institutions and concepts has a mind of their own. The realms of intellectual freedom are limited only to those who inflict their own intellectual boundaries.

People most offended by the material this book contains are apparently offended by the truth, for it must make sense enough to threaten their tainted philosophies and beliefs. Otherwise, they wouldn't be afraid to allow such philosophies to be heard, with people judging for themselves whether or not it is valid. If they felt no threat and believed their philosophies could stand on their own, then they would have nothing to worry about. However, the media, education, and direct governmental sources want to continue to indoctrinate our thinking with their viewpoint and no one elses', with some saying the people need to be protected from certain things. But who are they to say what things the people should be protected from? Who's protecting the people from them? Let the people judge for themselves-a right upon which a free democracy is founded. Only after fully understanding and considering the holistic perspective, can we have legitimacy to voicing our opinion and executing our philosophies on the subject of social equality for men and women.

A little radical perhaps? No, just built upon truth and adamant, straight-forward terms. This book could only be considered radical if those making such an assessment are already influenced toward the female viewpoint and have accepted feminist philosophies. Within this book men are given complete and equal status to women concerning all their interests, needs, and concerns. How can that which is in response to feminist philosophy, desiring an equal rating, be considered radical? People need an open, untainted mind to accurately assess the material this book contains. When one uses reasoning, unadulterated knowledge and studies to support their contentions, and when a subject is approached from a holistic perspective, one can not be accurately assessed as radical.

However, the women's movement was, and still continues to be, radical as well as self-centered and critical of men in its blind devotion to women. It is not a positive, but a very negative, effort against humanity, uncomplimentary to any culture or social structure. That women (feminists) complain of how women are treated, but allow men to receive the same, and worse, treatment without expressing equal concern, reveals extreme prejudice and discrimination, therefore discrediting any interests they may have. Equality certainly doesn't mean cruelty, and the hate of one sex by the other, evident by the women's movement's efforts.

Allow this book to become a part of your conscience.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 563 pages
• Publisher: Alan Millard; 1st edition (December 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 156901342X
• ISBN-13: 978-1569013427
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.5 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
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This review is from: Equality: A Man's Claim : The Equality Issue from the Male Perspective, and an Ethical Society's Viewpoint (Paperback)

Although Allan Millard has many appropriately sincere and accurate observations on how the feminist movement is rooted in misandry and selfish privilege on the part to those who adhere to it's ridiculous contrivances; he fails to include any credible sources for his observations. There is no bibliography of source material either.

He claims his book "covers all aspects of men's existence". This is just not true. Virtually all of is opinions on homosexuality are typical of societal ignorance and bigotry concerning the topic and sometimes just absurd. The church creeps into his dialog as well and seems a comfortable fit with Mormonist beliefs on family and sexuality. As such, it is not the objective view he would like his readers to think it is. Two stars for his lack of being forthright on those topics.