Myriam Miedzian Quotes

"In the United States adherence to the values of the masculine mystique makes intimate, self-revealing, deep friendships between men unusual."
-Myriam Miedzian

"As long as male behavior is taken to be the norm, there can be no serious questioning of male traits and behavior. A norm is by definition a standard for judging; it is not itself subject to judgment."
-Myriam Miedzian

"To be deeply committed to negotiations, to be opposed to a particular war or military action, is not only considered unpatriotic, it also casts serious doubt on one's manhood."
-Myriam Miedzian

"If human beings are to survive in a nuclear age, committing acts of violence may eventually have to become as embarrassing as urinating or defecating in public are today."
-Myriam Miedzian