Anonymous

If you do, it's patriarchy. If you don't, it's patriarchy. Give her the seat; she'll hate you either way. Just remember this: You didn't give her the seat because she's a lady; you gave her the seat because YOU are a gentleman.

Anonymous

I am a guy in general it is considered an etiquette and it reflect the manner of the person - ( being a gentleman ) to give your seat to a woman , child or elderly person

Anonymous

Because you will catch more bears with honey than with vinegar.

Anonymous

Who said you should? Offer up your seat if you want to, keep it if you'd rather stay sitting. I have a feeling most people who bring up this question don't even use public transport. I've never seen anyone make an issue out of this on a bus/train.

Anonymous

Ah, just tell them you have a bad ankle, and all should be fine from there.