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A core argument centers around the evolutionary history of humans. During the hunter-gatherer era, women were primarily gatherers and caretakers, responsible for nurturing new generations—a role that favored communal and egalitarian behaviors. Men, meanwhile, took on roles demanding competition and protection—traits aligning with hierarchy and overt dominance.
From this perspective, modern societal institutions reflect these ancient roles. Women’s focus on social harmony and psychological influence translates into contemporary politics and social policy—hence the emphasis on non-hierarchical, identity-driven initiatives. Men’s leadership tendencies manifest in pursuits of power and competition, often marginalized in feminist or progressive frameworks.