Why if women get equal rights us guys still have to hold the door open let them in first and do all that stuff?

Answer 1

While some may view old-world curtesies as obsolete and useless, I like to see the bigger picture. In bygone days when females were treated as the 'fairer' sex, they were in some ways put on a pedestal. This pedestal-sitting allowed a certain respect to the female half of the species. Men knew that while in the presence of a lady they could not curse, spit or scratch themselves. They held doors, umbrellas and heavy packages. They stood until all females were seated first, they stood when they entered or left a room. They tipped their hats to every lady they encountered. Fathers protected their daughters from sexual compromise and public scandal. Husbands protected their wives from other men's inappropriate advances.

The bottom line is respect. Women were respected. Of course we can't go back to those days. Women, although not entirely equal yet, can now hold public office and hold real estate in their own name. Marraige and teaching school are no longer the only options women. We can now vote during presidential elections, or run for president. But something has been lost. I can tell you from personal experience, if you continue to extend these old-fashion curtesies toward the female population, you will be viewed as a prince amoung frogs. You will be noticed and remembered. It is a wonderful way to impress the ladies. Remember that everybody loves to be treated well and with respect.