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The interesting ongoing aspect of the incident is not any particular consequences suffered by Tim Hunt, but the way it continues to loom large as an injustice in the minds of the kind of halfwits who believe that men are the real victims of sexism.
Just in case anyone is paying attention to this character, it's worth pointing out that Tim Hunt did not have his career destroyed. He caused controversy when he made a stupid and sexist speech, which even he admits was stupid and sexist. It led to a few months of embarrassment and his resignation from various positions, of a mostly honorary nature. He remains an eminent scientist and has as much work as a wealthy man in his mid 70s wants to carry out.Robert21 said:But did Hunt's throw-away joke at an obscure conference justify destroying his career?Rob27172 said:Even Tim Hunt admitted his comments were sexist !!! Just because he never meant to cause offence doesnt mean it was ok. It means he really isn't as smart or thoughtful as he should have been.
The interesting ongoing aspect of the incident is not any particular consequences suffered by Tim Hunt, but the way it continues to loom large as an injustice in the minds of the kind of halfwits who believe that men are the real victims of sexism.