Honestly with Bari Weiss Why We Must Save Our Boys
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Oct 19, 2022 
Richard Reeves, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution and author, dives into the troubling state of boys and men in America. He discusses alarming statistics about educational disparities and the increasing drop-out rates among men. The conversation shifts to job market challenges and the emotional isolation faced by single men. Reeves advocates for a redefined view of masculinity that includes care for men’s struggles while promoting gender equality for all. The dialogue emphasizes the urgency of addressing these issues for a balanced future.
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Redshirting Boys
- Consider "redshirting" boys, delaying kindergarten by a year.
- This allows for better developmental alignment with girls in the classroom.
Education System Favors Girls
- The education system favors girls due to developmental differences.
- Boys' prefrontal cortexes, responsible for planning and focus, mature later than girls'.
Structural Shifts in Labor Market
- The decline in male labor force participation is primarily due to structural shifts in the economy.
- Automation and globalization have disproportionately affected traditionally male-dominated industries.
