Kasha, which other cities have lowered their requirements? And exactly which requirements have they lowered?
Since you are the one making the assertion that fire departments all over the country have lowered their requirements to appease feminists, you are the one who should cite your sources. Otherwise I’ll assume you are stating an opinion, similar to your claim that I’d make “a fine Egyptian slave-master”. (Actually my 7-year-old would agree with this, since I forced her to study for her spelling test before playing outside, a task which she felt suited neither her natural interests nor her abilities).