Welcome to “Ask a Feminist,” in which our own Dana Goldstein and Ann Friedman address a topic related to gender and feminism. Today’s very special wedding season episode features a question from Justin Elliott: “If a hetero couple has already mutually decided to get married, is it sexist for the man to then plan a traditional-style proposal?”
For further reading:
“The Trouble With Engagement Rings,” by Meghan O’Rourke
If you have a question for our feminists, please email it to isitsexist [at] gmail.com.
Previous episodes of Ask a Feminist:
Is it sexist for men to hold doors open for women?
Is it sexist to say the financial crisis was caused by men?
Is it sexist to question Sonia Sotomayor’s qualifications?
Update: Those having problems should try watching the video here.
—The Editors