Male Supremacy In The 1970's

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Male supremacy is an epidemic that actively impacted women and men in the 1970’s and still today. Although the 1970’s were a progressive time for anyone who felt as though they were different, racism and sexism still filled the homes of most Americans. The role of a husband was still pretty consistent throughout the nation at that time. It was typical that the average American husband was the head of the household, meaning he must be strong, dominant, handy, and educated. The authority of Archie Bunker, from the American Sitcom All in the Family, resonates through his attitude towards his wife, Edith Bunker, or anyone else who may question his views. As the man of the household, Archie knows that he must establish his dominance over the rest