Men's Group

the board. Not only is the labor pool different than it was 30 years ago, the labor pool is competing for a whole different batch of jobs requiring a whole different batch of skills to participate in a completely different world, both domestically and globally.

I think you're oversimplifying, but I also am a firm believer that everyone should have the opportunity to pursue the life they desire. I think it's better for families if incomes (and benefits) are good enough that one parent can stay home with small kids, but I also think it's better for everyone that we live in a world where little girls can grow up to be anything little boys can.

I agree with you about government policy and families; if you look at, say, Germany or France, the family-friendly policies they have compared to the US.. it's no contest.