The Boy Code is <em>a collection of generally non-verbal rules and boundaries that tend to characterize boyhood and masculinity in America, according to William Pollack, PhD, author of Real Boys.</em>
The Boy Code's four foundational pillars are:
<em>The Sturdy Oak </em>- Men and Boys must not be frail. No weeping, whimpering or hurt gestures allowed.
<em>Give ‘Em Hell</em> - Boys are considered to be extremely active risk-takers who are physically violent. Boys often learn quickly that most of their poor behavior will be brushed off as "boys will be boys."
<em>The Big Wheel</em> - Rank and superiority are vital; it's important to try to get to the top of the rankings, regardless of the cost. There's no embarrassment.
<em>No Sissy Stuff</em> - Feelings are the women's domain, according to the Law. Especially feelings of tenderness.
The citizens have the fundamental right to decide who is going to lead them and basic freedom, in a Democratic system of government, but the legislative arm decides on how the freedom would be used.
