Just realized you're the author of this article. I didn't mean to question the authenticity of your opinion, but rather that of Jezebel commentors (which I assume is what you mean by "we"). I'd wager to say that most of them are not on board with Eminem for various reaons. I still like this article and agree with…

I imagine it's actually when being down with Eminem is convenient for your argument. I would hardly call this a place for diverse thought.

since when did the Jezebel crowd get on board with Eminem?

She's an idiot. Please ignore her and let her go away.

how arrogant and ignorant

There are many flaws in this comparison, starting with the fact that Norway is a small, homgoenized, and wealthy country that's able to spend its money much differently than the U.S. can (there's a reason why they won't join the EU). It should also be noted that the percentage of full-time employed men in Norway far…

My, what a shift in your argument. I see you don't care HOW maternity leave is paid, as long as it gets paid. And what a slap in the face to small business owners! What if the laws businesses face are corrupt? Do you favor legal barriers to entry that destroy competition and create monopolies, for example?

The costs in most Western European countries are shared between the state and the employer. I imagine a Western European-style maternity leave is what most Americans here would like to see, which is why I'm referring to it.

But we aren't working like men if we take a year off with pay to stay raise a kid.

Exactly. Sure, Fortune 500 companies can afford it, but it would be a huge burden for small businesses that can only afford to hire a few employees.