[0xTJ]

Mostly to make a point; more people are likely to care about it not being okay if it's phrased that way. (Something, something, toxic masculinity, "suck it up tough guy, can't handle a little pat-down?")

The fact that the TSA agent a woman doesn't automatically make someone else comfortable with whatever liberties the agent feels like taking. It's still likely worse if it's a man doing it, but sharing a gender isn't an excuse for the agent to do whatever they want.

[Chris2048]

So you think that's a toxic attitude, but cater to it anyway? It's like saying "I mention she's whites because racists might not care otherwise".

[orwin]

> It's like saying "I mention she's whites because racists might not care otherwise".

Which is a very effective technique.

[0xTJ]

That's not really an equivalent statement. In general, women do face more harassment and unwanted touching, which often doesn't translate to the "white" example you give.

[Chris2048]

Because non-white people don't face more harassment from leos?

[0xTJ]

I'm saying exactly the opposite. Your example statement being equivalent to the one I gave would imply that white people face more harassment, which isn't the case.

[Chris2048]

But that isn't relevant to the point being made. Say "I mention they are black to pander to black supremists" if you wish.