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Prominent figures in politics and public life are cited as examples of this troubling inconsistency. For instance, the observation surrounding public figures treating masculinity with respect while simultaneously embodying traits that contradict the essence of honorable masculinity adds to the frustration. Figures like Doug Emhoff, the Second Gentleman, are described as projecting an image of supportive partnership without genuine substance. Such personas are characterized as performative—their attempts to align with progressive ideals may ultimately mask deeper issues related to their character and actions.