Why is hyperinflation and the economy (generally) a lesser priority for women vs men?

[blueonblack22]

Given I am a man I know my views on abortion are inherently biased to a certain extent. I will never have to worry about carrying a child to term and delivering a baby. I acknowledge that.

But still abortion law can directly impact me. For example if I got a woman pregnant I don’t want to have kids with I could be stuck paying child support. Or if it’s a woman I do want to have kids with then I would be left powerless and devastated if she decided to terminate the pregnancy. It’s not like women’s choice has no impact on men. But that’s another deep topic. But I am so sick of women saying “it’s my body and none of your business” like abortion laws have zero impact on men. They do.

But getting to hyperinflation and the economy. The economy and hyperinflation impact everything for virtually everybody. Especially if you are working class and just trying to get by. But compared to abortion this seems to be a lesser concern for many female voters. Why? My theories are the following:

• Well educated women who make high salaries aren’t as drastically impacted by hyperinflation hence don’t really care
• Women are more likely to expect to be “taken care of” financially whether it be boyfriend, spouse, family, etc.
• Women are more reliant on the government than men for tax payer funded entitlement programs and/or they have greater expectations that the government will help them in tough times.
  
  

Whatever your beliefs are when it comes to abortion the economy/hyperinflation is an issue that inescapable for most people. You can get on birth control to avoid an unwanted abortion. But you there is no contraceptive for hyperinflation and the economy.

That’s not to say abortion law can’t be major priority for you. But making that a higher priority than the economy and hyperinflation is just ridiculous. And Trump explicitly said he does NOT want a nationwide abortion ban. So sick of that bullshit myth.

https://www.politico.com/news/2024/10/01/trump-abortion-veto-national-ban-00182091

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The gender gap for men vs women was identical. 54% of men voted for Trump and 54% of women voted for Kamala. That’s not a big difference in either direction.

The gender divide actually nowhere near as bad as people predicted.

[exitseven]

who says that? Maybe among college age women but ask any woman who goes to the supermarket what is more important. They will tell you that it was a lot better 4 years ago when you did not have to put items back at the register because you did not have enough money to pay for them. They will not vote for another 4 years of this.

[exitseven]

Thanks for the MHO😎

[msc545]

You are not wrong in that women care less about money because they don't need to worry about the lack of it or making it.

[blueonblack22]

A young female commenter flat out admitted it on this question. Admitted that her husband pays for everything so she doesn’t worry about inflation. I gave her kudos for her honesty.

But when you don’t have to worry about money it’s likely going to warp your priorities. It’s like a adolescent who has wealthy parents who pay for everything. They are much like more likely to have a distorted view of reality.

But I was very careful to use “generally”. Because i know not all women are like this. But definitely women are generally more insulated then men it comes to economic assistance.

[Anonymous]

Because men have to pay for everything. I don't notice inflation because my husband pays for everything.

[blueonblack22]

^^^^ THIS ^^^^. This. This is the truth.

Not saying I like this ugly truth but I am so very pleased you at least admitted it.

Women are generally more insulated from economic turmoil hence they are more naive about it and can get way with prioritizing non-important bs when it comes to politics.

[Opinion Owner]

Are you sure. It's because in a relationship his money is our money but my money is his money.

[blueonblack22]

And that’s how a real marriage should be. You are ONE.

But there is a strong social expectation for men to be protectors and providers. We are naturally driven to make more money to support our wives and children. Even when we are single we have this drive to make more money because we know women look for that whether admit it or not.

Women on the other hand often have an expectation to be “taken care of”’. It’s evolutionary. But what’s happening is that single women think that the government will “take care of them” when times get tough.

[Opinion Owner]

So it's men who are naive not women.

[blueonblack22]

What man can get away expecting to be “taken care of” financially by a woman? Very very few of them.

[Opinion Owner]

He'd need to have a very big one

[blueonblack22]

🤣🤣🤣

[laraWM]

I think it's the opposite. Inflation has more impact on women because we are most of the time less paid

[blueonblack22]

Then why are women voting for a candidates whose policies as VIP directly impacted hyperinflation?

[laraWM]

I'm not from the US but I guess because the other candidate is Trump

[blueonblack22]

Yes. And that is the only “reason” to vote for Kamala these people can come up DESPITE the fact the Biden Harris administration has been horrible for most Americans. Most Americans are much worse off under their administration vs Trumps 5 years ago.

[laraWM]

I guess they don't feel that way

[blueonblack22]

Yep they don’t “feel” that way despite the fact that hard facts prove otherwise.

[laraWM]

To be honest, he already lost last time, his party probably should have chosen someone else

[seeyounexttuesday]

The abortion issue is wholly manufactured to manipulate women. The dobbs decision by the SCOTUS is final. It is a state-by-state issue. As it should have been from the start. Kamala cannot overturn this decision if she becomes president.

Trump has repeatedly stated that it's a state issue, that he would not advocate or sign a national abortion ban.

To say otherwise is to be a liar.

[saraupstairs]

Only God knows. I'm just hoping the liberal government kills more pet squirrels.

[Ariesman81]

Have you ever witnessed girl math? It'll make your head swim!

[blueonblack22]

They can also expect that someone else will take care of them when times get tough. More entitlement when it comes to hand outs.

[Ariesman81]

Are we fighting a losing battle?

[blueonblack22]

Depends on how easily people are brainwashed.

[Ariesman81]

History would suggest quite easily

[Caroline91]

I would say the abortiion

[Caroline91]

Sorry, Spassy thumb! I would say the abortion issue, for woman, is the biggest possible issue. It isn’t just about aborting an unwanted pregnancy. It’s about access to birth control, fertility treatments, and life/death health care decisions. Woman are already losing their lives bc necessary and urgent reproductive health care is being denied them. If that’s your wife or girlfriend or sister who dies or is physically damaged for life, which issue is going to be more important to you? Over time, inflation adjusts but dead is just dead.

[blueonblack22]

I disagree with what you said above on multiple fronts. But I doubt you will ever change your mind no matter what I say. Thanks for your feedback.

[Caroline91]

Gee, thanks for the vote of confidence on my ability to absorb and weigh new information. lol

[blueonblack22]

Nah you know I don’t think about that way you. We had some good conversations on other subjects.

But tbh I feel like I won’t get far on this one with you. Also I figured you already voted? I did. Doesn’t matter at this point.

[Caroline91]

I do appreciate the compliment. Ofc I already voted. Didn’t you? I’m not saying the whole hyperinflation issue isn’t serious and extremely important. I’m just saying this particular time around that the abortion issue as it is being dealt with now is very much more than just about abortion. And bc it can both affect a woman’s fertility or even her ability to survive complications of pregnancy that is paramount in this moment. And this run away inflation has to be gotten under control and, hopefully, reversed. It’s imperative to deal with both issues effectively. Did you want to change your mind? Or just would like me to? lol

[blueonblack22]

Inflation is NOT under control. It’s just baked in. Saying ”well it’s only been 3%” year over year doesn’t about for the 9% that happened in 2022. My real wage earnings are down 15%.

Also 1) Trump explicitly said he does NOT want a federal ban on abortion 2) Kamala can’t do anything about the Supreme Court ruling without tearing up the constitution and packing the Supreme Court and/or putting term limits on justices which is horrifying.

[Caroline91]

That's what I said... Inflation is not under control and needs to be gotten under control. It's impossible to get ahead and most people are seriously falling behind financially at the moment. It's horrible.

Trump doesn't need to sign a federal abortion ban. The plans in Project 2025 pretty much accomplish what a ban would, just in a different way, if that blue print is carried out.

[blueonblack22]

And Trump explicitly disowned “project 2025”. But democrats just can’t let that myth go.

amp.cnn.com/.../trump-allies-project-2025

[OddBeMe]

Because theyre not as poor as you

[blueonblack22]

I actually make a 6 digit salary. I’m a college grad too. But still I have lots of expenses and my real earnings went down 14% in the last 4 years.

But I recall you making an extremely arrogant comment that “oh I am not noticing issues with inflation” a while back.

So much for being a “progressive” who cares about the working class and minorities with that asinine statement.

[OddBeMe]

Then this shouldn't worry you

[blueonblack22]

Well urban crime and decay definitely does. And I’ve seen plenty of it in my hometown.

[OddBeMe]

Cycle of poverty is a thing. As well as humans being able to adapt to horrific living conditions. I'd say it's 50/50 two way street. Need more govt help but also stand up and help themselves.

[RedInnocent69]

Not sure that’s true

[blueonblack22]

www.pbs.org/.../kff-poll-abortion-is-now-the-top-election-issue-for-young-women-among-shifts-that-favor-harris