I have never in my life ever heard anyone “openly” demanding jahez and where I come from, only jahil and indecent people would ever do that. Though most well off families do give their daughters jahez because of their own reputation, they want to show everyone how well off they are.. typical desi
I do understand your point, and I agree Islam has given a woman loads of rights, but dont you think it is kinda hypocritical to demand your (=generally speaking) rights when you dont even fulfill your farzs. For me that is like asking my boss for a bonus without doing the work.