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
