How Patriarchy and Misogyny Hurts Without Us Knowing: The Case of the Mandaluyong 'Riding in Tandem' Ordinance

Let me begin this post by expressing that I am utterly indignant at and disgusted with Mandaluyong City's Riding in Tandem Ordinance No. 550, then proceed to presenting the aforementioned city ordinance.

Paalala sa mga riding in tandem na dadaan sa mga kalsada sa lungsod ng Mandaluyong: Pagpapatupad ng ordinansa, 24/7 pic.twitter.com/X1TtmoxKE9
— James Agustin (@_jamesagustin) September 3, 2014

Translated in english, the sign above basically breaks down to:

1. Children 7-10 years old are allowed to hitch a ride on a motorbike.
2. All women are allowed to hitch a ride on a motorbike.
3. It is prohibited for two men to ride a motorbike.

Additionally, two men riding together must present proof that they have a familial relationship (article here specifically mentions a father-and-son pair).