Last year, an enterprising, twenty-something female advertised herself on Craigslist as a potential wife for a wealthy (500k+/year) New Yorker. The ad was quickly re-posted on Dealbreaker, and attacked by self-righteous financiers. While her ad (re-posted below) was a total joke, the men’s responses were far more outrageous.
A male friend recently confessed to me that, given the inequality and sexism that women still face, he didn’t think we should feel any guilt at being the recipients of free meals/drinks/gifts/taxis, nor should we feel compelled to return the favor. At the time, I thought it was a strange comment, but having read the aforementioned article, I can’t say that I disagree. But what do I know? I’m a depreciating asset, with only nine good years left…..
The Craigslist Ad:
Lit Chicks 