Wow, you know shit's messed up when even the living, breathing embodiment of humanity and compassion turns out to be a sexist douche.
The Dalai Lama sat down for an interview with the BBC recently, where he expressed a pretty fucked-up opinion on women and their “use" in society—you can watch the video right here on Popdust.
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During the seven-minute talk with journalist, Clive Myrie, the spiritual leader talks about the European migrant crisis, defeating terrorism, his "role as a religious rock star" and his thoughts on the possibility of the 15th incarnation of the Dalai Lama being a woman.
The current Dalai Lama was enthusiastically in favor of the idea, explaining to Myrie, “The female biologically [has] more potential to show affection... and compassion," and sharing that years previously he had told a female reporter in Paris the exact same thing.
Awesome, right?
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Well, no, not exactly, not when you take into account what follows next.
“Today in a more troubled world, I think females should take more important roles, and then I told that reporter, if a female Dalai Lama comes, their face should be very attractive" the Dalai Lama says, laughing, his trademark smile lighting up his own exceedingly handsome and attractive visage.
“So you can only have a female Dalai Lama if they're attractive? Is that what you're saying?" Myrie responds, laughing along.
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“I mean if female Dalai Lama come, then that female must be very attractive, otherwise not much use," the 80-year-old continues, still laughing along.
“You're joking, I'm assuming….Or you're not joking?" a confused Myrie asks, clearly unsure if it's just another of the notorious joker's quips, or if he's actually being serious despite the laughing.
And.... that will be the latter Mr Myrie—as the Dalai Lama makes crystal clear, “No, true," he replies, serious for one minute, before starting to laugh again at his own wit and wisdom.
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The interview aired in full Monday night in the U.K., but, when it came to the BBC website article there was no mention of the controversial remarks, instead, it focused solely on the Dalai Lama's comments about refugees.
A spokesperson for the BBC denied any whitewashing however—insisting they ran with the refugee line as they deemed it more newsworthy.
The Dalai Lama has previously lauded himself as a champion of women's rights, claiming in an interview back in 2013, "I call myself a feminist."
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Mind you, he's also on record saying, "Some feminists have too much emotion. That I don't like."
C'mon now.... the old guy's just fucking with us, right?
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Bell Hooks: American author known for her social activism in the areas of oppression, women's rights and race. In one of her best known works, The Feminist Theory, she declared, “Feminism is a movement to end sexism, sexist exploitation and oppression"
Angelina Jolie: Actress and humanitarian who has donated millions to causes she believes in. She has given decades of work
as a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador....
Betty Friedan: American writer and activist who wrote The Feminine Mystique —often credited for sparking the second wave of feminism in the '60s and '70s. Friedan spent her life working to establish women's equality, helping to establish the National Women's Political Caucus as well as organizing the Women's Strike For Equality in 1970, which popularized the feminist movement throughout America
Aung San Suu Kyi : Political Prisoner and chairperson of the National League for Democracy (NLD) in Burma.
Coretta Scott King: The wife of Martin Luther King Jr. also devoted her life to civil rights—and in equal measure, to women's equality. She helped found NOW (National Organization for Women) in 1966 and played a key role in the organization's development. She was also notably the first woman to deliver Harvard's class day address
Lena Dunham: The American across, author, writer, director and screenwriter was the first women to win a Directors Guild Award for Outstanding Director in a Comedy Series. She's an outspoken feminist and speaks eloquently on the subject, “Feminists believe that men and women should have the same opportunities. If you are a feminist you believe in equal rights as a whole. That's not a concept you can really shoot down." And, “Feminism doesn't mean women are going to rise, take over the planet, and like cut off men's testicles."
Malala Yousafzai: Received the Nobel Peace prize at age 17 for her ongoing fight for girls' education...
Beyonce Knowles: Multi millionaire recording artist, dancer and actress, says, "I guess I am a modern-day feminist. I do believe in equality. Why do you have to choose what type of woman you are?
Why do you have to label yourself anything?"
Elizabeth Ann Warren: American academic and politician, who is the senior United States Senator from Massachusetts and a member of the Democratic Party. Fervent defender of civil rights and women's right to chose, vocal backer of Planed Parenthood
Caitlyn Jenner: Shone the spotlight and raised awareness for the every day struggles of transgender people
JK Rowling: Her Harry Potter series had made her a billionaire, and it felt like she was responsible for getting a whole generation of children reading again.
Gloria Steinem: Probably the most famous face of feminism, Steinem is an American journalist, and social and political activist who became nationally recognized as a leader and spokeswoman for the feminist movement in the late 1960s and early '70s
Lisa Randall: A theorectical physicist. She is an expert on particle physics and cosmology. Helping in the understanding of many fields of study, she is best known for her contribution of the Randall-Sundrum model.
Ellen Page: The American actress is outspoken when it comes to her views on feminism and gender equality, “Feminism always gets associated with being a radical movement—good. It should be. A lot of what the radical feminists [in the 1970s] were saying, I don't disagree with it," Page once said
Nicki Minaj: Millionaire singer and feminist, says, "I just want women to always feel in control. Because we're capable - we're so capable."
Oprah Winfrey : Oprah is a self-made billonaire and hugely successful business woman, media proprietor, TV show host, producer, actress and philanthropist
Ronda Rousey: The first and current title holder of UFC Women's Bantamweight Champion
Maya Angelou: The American born author worked tirelessly throughout her 86 year life to inspire both women and African Americans to overcome gender and race discrimination
Barbara Walters: The American journalist was the first female co-host of any news show, going on to become the first female co-anchor of an evening news broadcast, paying the way for not only female workers in journalism, but but women in the entire workforce
Caroline Criado-Perez: The Brazilian-born British activist and journalist is an outspoken feminism, actively involved in campaigns for women to gain better representation in the British media and to be depicted on banknotes
Taylor Swift : Love her or loathe her, you've got to give her props for achieving so much at such a young age. She says, "Never believe anyone who tells you that you don't deserve what you want."
Hillary Rodham Clinton: Candidate for the Democratic Party nomination for U.S. President, and former United States Secretary of State in the administration
of President Barack Obama
Madonna: Love her or loathe her, Madge has spent her entire career pushing the limits of women and embracing sexuality through her songs and music videos. She's also a tireless worker, and mom-of-four—writing, singing, dancing, acting, directing and managing a non-profit organization
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