The readings and discussion on masculinity really struck a cord with me because I believe that these violent and hyper masculine representations of men, have a really profound impact on the way men view themselves and, in turn, women. But in New York City-a place that is inundated with advertising- we see so many types of men and types of masculinity. At NYU for example, not only is there a large gay population but the hipster crowd also strays from the hyper masculine man we so often see in advertisements.
*See above for hipsters.
So are we lucky enough to live in New York City where the population is so diverse and people are more accepting in order to see all these different types of men? Or is it possible that media and advertising images of hyper masculine men simply don't affect all men? I guess NYC is just a very diverse place where we can see men who aggressively hit on women side by side with straight guys in tight jeans.
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