So, let’s be clear: this “study” involved just two husbands, one of whom is my own, and let’s not forget the several glasses of white wine and a few cocktails that may have influenced their responses. Despite the informal setting, this amusing—albeit anecdotal—research has its merits and may very well be featured in a peer-reviewed online journal. You might just be reading it now!
The husbands were first posed three yes-or-no questions:
- Was it wrong for a coach to discipline his child with a switch?
- Should the NFL have taken faster action regarding the video of a player assaulting his partner?
- Was it ethical for a hacker to publish private photos of celebrities like Emma Stone and Margot Robbie?
After a few drinks, their responses were a resounding 1) Yes, 2) Yes, and 3) Yes.
Initially, the wives were thrilled with the answers. However, further probing revealed a more complex picture. When asked if their strong convictions would impact their NFL viewing habits or engagement in fantasy football, the husbands shouted a defiant—and somewhat loud for a quiet restaurant—“Absolutely not!”
The researchers were taken aback by the unanimous agreement that the celebrity photo leak was a violation. However, when asked if they had viewed the stolen images, only half admitted to it. The other half initially proclaimed “No,” but quickly backtracked, saying things like, “I tried but they were already removed. So, no, I didn’t look at them.”
When one researcher pushed back, arguing that clicking on the link was tantamount to endorsing the crime—perhaps in a tone too loud for the establishment—a participant chuckled dismissively. Luckily, that participant wasn’t married to the researcher, which likely eased any post-study tension at home. (The other husband’s comment—“You’re the one facing backlash, but I’m the one who saw the pics!”—did create quite the stir at my… I mean, his… residence.)
This leaves researchers puzzled.
The findings suggest even “good” men may casually overlook unacceptable actions, particularly when their fantasy football rankings are at stake. But do these results reflect a troubling internal conflict and a flawed value system in the subjects? If so, how does this contradict the strong moral foundation they were believed to possess prior to marriage and home ownership? How does one reconcile being married to a generally respectful partner who wouldn’t dream of harming another person or stealing, yet seems willing to excuse such behaviors in others?
Of course, these results don’t account for extenuating factors like the current standing of the New England Patriots or opinions on the dance sequences in La La Land. Researchers remain optimistic that, through persistent Sunday afternoon commentary, probing questions like, “What if that were your sister—not that it should even matter!” and expressions of disappointment, they can inspire a more appropriate level of outrage and empathy. Or perhaps not. More research is needed.
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In summary, while the survey results provide comic relief, they also raise serious questions about societal values and personal ethics. Further exploration into these attitudes may help us understand how to cultivate a more compassionate perspective.
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