Who should pay when going out on a date?

celestialism (US)

I always offer to pay my half and am always fully able and willing to do so, but sometimes a man absolutely insists on paying, so I let him. It seems to be a point of pride for some men.

For early dates, I always insist on paying my way for at least part of the date. Later, in a relationship, it's fun to treat one another, but I think picking up the whole tab should be more influenced by who earns more - after all, that's why men used to pay all the time.

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