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I don’t understand why sexuality would play a role in this? And I say this as a queer woman. [/quote]

In the early 2000s and 10s our culture seemed to decide that the male form was inherently unattractive and should be covered up. This stemmed from homophobia (of course) as social issues were making the existence of gay men part of social consciousness. Shirts and pants became loose and baggy, shorts had to fall below the knee, swim trunks became long and heavy, and underwear was designed to cover the thighs as much as possible.

I do think there's a connection between making fun of wearing tighty whities and making fun of someone for being gay. Some people think briefs are too feminine or look like panties. My son who is bi was always somewhat princessy even as a kindergartener. I wasn't surprised that he did not make the switch-to-boxers rite of passage like other boys his age and stayed in briefs... he is a cute, likable kid trying to figure out what a happy life means as a queer teen!  [/quote]

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