Itold myself I’d write something cheerful this week. Oops. Maybe next week.

Somebody told me they’re “offended” by a piece I wrote in the Gazette-Mail criticizing men. Oh well. Still needs said. If nobody else writes it, I will.

Let’s clear up some confusion around workplace harassment. Some men say they’re scared to talk to women at work. Scared to cross a line. Walking on eggshells. Really?

Here’s the law: The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission says it’s illegal to harass someone because of their sex. Simple. Clear.

Harassment starts when men treat women differently than men.

Would a man lean close to another male co-worker and whisper about his body? Hover over his desk? Discuss his clothes? No? Well then, don’t do it to women.

Unsure what is inappropriate? Don’t flirt.

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