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Re:James Damore and three others end Google suit by visarga on Saturday May 09, 2020 @11:07AM (#23125266)
> I think it might be simple as that. Its not about ability. Its about environment.

Agree, but it's also about preferences. When a woman has to choose between medicine, arts, economics, law, education, IT and other fields, they tend to prefer IT less than men. It's just that there are so many other good options.

If you control by the amount of time invested and passion you would probably see little discrimination.

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Re:James Damore and three others end Google suit by hpcjoe on Saturday May 09, 2020 @12:00PM (#23125824)
My daughter started in Art school at the university, then switched to Physics/Math. She is passionate about art, but found the environment hostile. She was welcomed with open arms in the physics, math, and engineering schools, and is passionate about research. She finds herself encouraged and working in a supportive research group now.
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