thread: 2006-04-10 : A problem for feminists/pro-feminists
On 2006-04-10, Ian wrote:
Hmmm, are we having a normative discussion about the ethics of how to treat these two people? If so, then the gender shouldn't play into it. You either think that treating people one way is ok or don't. If you have problems treating a woman the same, I would ask why—is there a hidden (derogatory)assumption that women are weaker or a hidden (also derogatory) assumption that men should just relate to each other in manly, abusive ways? If the answer to both of those is no, then I think you are a-ok. You can either decide that you should treat all people more gently or not.
If we are having a discussion about audience, then the plan changes. If you really want to reach out to female gamers (or discourage men;), then of course you should change how you respond—you atttract more flies with honey, as the saying goes. Nothing wrong with targeting an audience.
