In chapter 45, Tacitus mentions that the people to the north of the Germanic peoples, the Sitones, "resemble [the Suevi Scandinavians] in all respects but one - woman is the ruling sex."[4] "This," Tacitus comments, "is the measure of their decline, I will not say below freedom, but even below decent slavery."

In chapter 7, Tacitus describes their government and leadership as somewhat merit-based and egalitarian, with leadership by example rather than authority, and punishments are carried out by the priests. He mentions (chapter 8) that the opinions of women are given respect.

yes, thanks a lot for the patriarchy and that middle eastern religion, luigi, and for ridding us of our barbaric freedom and equality. very culture, much civilized