Mma Makutsi pondered this. Why are there fewer and fewer gentlemen, Mma Ramotswe?It is our fault, Mma. It is the fault of ladies.Why is that?Because we have allowed men to stop behaving as gentlemen, and when you allow people to do what they wish, then that is what they do. They stop doing the things they need to do. She looked at Mma Makutsi across the steering wheel. That is well known, I think, Mma. That is well known.
Mma Makutsi reflects on the decline of gentlemanly behavior among men, questioning the reasons behind this change. She suggests that the responsibility lies with women, as they have permitted men to abandon traditional manners and behaviors. This observation implies a broader commentary on societal norms and expectations.
Mma Ramotswe agrees, indicating that when people are given the freedom to act without accountability, they often neglect their responsibilities and obligations. This dialogue highlights a concern about how social dynamics influence behavior and the importance of maintaining standards in relationships.
