I think Fairfax has made some intelligent-expressed observations, which presents an interesting slant on our collective disappointment. As you say, young men today will doubtless never know what they’ve missed.
The Michael Jordan effect had a lot to answer for, but as Torchwood says, there were so many other social changes that fuelled the trajectory. Official acceptance of homosexuality (even if not universally taken to heart), political correctness (which has been a blessing and a curse), etc. Its strange how most people, I think, watch competitive swimmers/divers wearing speedos and say “well he’s a professional so of course he’s wearing those”. But the same guy (unless recognised) would be looked upon with scorn if seen on the beach wearing them. Imagine a male stripper in board-shorts! Actually, I’ve recently seen male fitness parade shows where the guys are on stage in board-shorts. So, forget leg-day – its over! No need! You say a new generation is coming through that are rejecting the old conformity, but I have to say I’ve not seen any evidence of that. But I hope you’re right.
Bede735 – that is brilliant – you sir, are a genius. It makes no sense to go into battle with bows and arrows. One must always use the modern weapons of our time.
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