This is one of the several double standard strips. Calvin abuses Susie verbally and she responds with physical violence. It would not stand if it were the other way around.
Having said that, this is still one of my favorite strips.
After being married and raising two daughters, I’m glad I was born of the male persuasion. I’m not putting females down, it’s just that they have a lot more to deal with than men do.
There was a kid once in elementary school who said things like that to me. I complained to an adult (male) who smiled and suggested the kid was flirting. Eeew. At least I knew which adult NOT to go to if I needed help.
BE THIS GUY about 2 years ago
If Calvin ever gets married and has children, I hope he’s blessed with daughters.
codycab about 2 years ago
Calvin bugs people a lot. He should already have his answer.
Renatus Profuturus Frigeridus Premium Member about 2 years ago
“What’s it like?” Ask her in 5 or 6 years.
C about 2 years ago
So close and yet so far
Robin Harwood about 2 years ago
You are right, of course, Calvin. But I think the bugs have a slightly better understanding.
Macushlalondra about 2 years ago
You’re lucky she left you alive after what you said Calvin.
JudasPeckerwood about 2 years ago
No, you put your foot in it.
jvo about 2 years ago
After Calvin’s run ins with Rosalyn, I am surprised that he would dare to make that comparison. :D
stefaanv about 2 years ago
The truth hurts: the truth is that he got beaten and it really seems to hurt.
tripwire45 about 2 years ago
Actually, in the modern era, Susie has a lot of alternatives.
pathfinder about 2 years ago
I’m surprised Susie didn’t put him in one of those lockers and weld it shut. That’s comic strip physics for you, having a welding rig handy.
dflak about 2 years ago
This is one of the several double standard strips. Calvin abuses Susie verbally and she responds with physical violence. It would not stand if it were the other way around.
Having said that, this is still one of my favorite strips.
Guayo1 about 2 years ago
Yes Calvin, you did it big time.
sheilag about 2 years ago
Well deserved beat down Cal… ;-)
jagedlo about 2 years ago
You keep talking like that and you won’t have to worry about Moe beating you up…Susie will do it for him!
A Hip loving Canadian... about 2 years ago
Open mouth insert foot. Calvin is really good at this.
e.groves about 2 years ago
After being married and raising two daughters, I’m glad I was born of the male persuasion. I’m not putting females down, it’s just that they have a lot more to deal with than men do.
Robert4170 about 2 years ago
Calvin the young misogynist (which will likely change). I never viewed girls in such a negative fashion. I had my first crush in preschool.
PaulAbbott2 about 2 years ago
Cal’s face in Panel #3 is a classic
g04922 about 2 years ago
Good one, “Be This Guy”. Yep, Calvin sure can hit all of Susie’s buttons.
Count Olaf Premium Member about 2 years ago
Bwaa haaa haaa! This comic and Calvin’s comments are even funnier in the context of today’s gender blender society.
mindjob about 2 years ago
Once they get married, Calvin will have to get a restraining order against not only Susie, but everyone else, since they can all kick his butt
vaughnrl2003 Premium Member about 2 years ago
More like you put your foot in it, but whatever lets you sleep at night.
Zebrastripes about 2 years ago
Oy! That’ll teach you… or not…☹️
Yermo Adam about 2 years ago
Lots of comics are amusing. But not many make me truly laugh out loud. Here is a perfect example.
EnlilEnkiEa about 2 years ago
She flung him like Spider-Man.
SweetSinger about 2 years ago
There was a kid once in elementary school who said things like that to me. I complained to an adult (male) who smiled and suggested the kid was flirting. Eeew. At least I knew which adult NOT to go to if I needed help.
mistercatworks about 2 years ago
Whatever works to “mansplain” it to yourself.
sandpiper about 2 years ago
Susie is not shy about her feelings. Cal has found she’s a strong advocate for correcting some opinions.
kathleenhicks62 about 2 years ago
Finger on what- -sh**?
rentier about 2 years ago
You should be more careful with putting your finger in open wounds!
Holden Awn about 2 years ago
Calvin’s well on his way to being an incel.
Ka`ōnōhi`ula`okahōkūmiomio`ehiku Premium Member about 2 years ago
G.R.O.S.S.
rshive about 2 years ago
Better explaining needed, Calvin.
hagarthehorrible about 2 years ago
Susie not only has intelligence to comprehend your insinuations but also strength to bowl you out of senses.
baraktorvan about 2 years ago
Nah, Calvin is describing Trump and Trumpers.
Doctor Go about 2 years ago
And Moe wasn’t anywhere near…
Otis Rufus Driftwood about 2 years ago
The alternative to Susie is not being Calvin.
Train 1911 about 2 years ago
Best comment I ever read
Will_Scarlet about 2 years ago
Calvin, your perception is so dim you can’t even see how badly you got burned in panel one.