It is believed that the violent pornography affects those who produce it, like the women taking part in the violence in pornography. Altman would argue that, that as long as it is done legally, a woman chooses that as her job and she has the right to say “No” to something that she does not want to participate in. Altman states that individuals have the right to decide for themselves how to live their lives and other individuals and the government need to respect that right. As for those who watch the violent pornography, they are looked at as dangers to society. People believe that those who create this form of sexual entertainment are only feeding the violent urges of those individuals and making it more acceptable.
As a member of the American Female Moral Reform Society, Sarah Ingraham was dedicated to eliminate all prostitution in the United States. However, she did not only criticize women for being prostitutes, but felt men were equally at fault. She was the editor of The Advocate of Moral Reform, the first American newsletter which was run entirely by women. The paper often printed stories about girls who were seduced by men who later left them. The paper referred to prostitutes as sisters and Men were usually depicted as the wrongdoers.
Liberation is seen to be achieved through raising women’s consciousness of subjugation. Feminists believe that women have accepted inferiority to men subconsciously, and thus need to realise this before becoming liberated. Millet argues that women are in a “power-structured relationship…whereby one group of persons is controlled by another”, thus suggesting that feminists believe that in our current society men control women. Although there is controversy between feminists as to the extent of advancing a woman’s role within society, as first-wave feminists demand that women should enjoy the same legal and political rights as men, whilst second-wave feminists have greater focus on the personal side of society and call for complete social revolution. Whilst this presents a clear divide within the doctrine, it
Most of the people who are for legalizing prostitution believe that it would “eliminate the criminal element of the trade, leading to safer working conditions and better health for both the prostitutes and their clients (2009 Sexton).” Many believe it is a victimless crime and it should be between two consenting adults, and kept private but legal. Prostitutes believe that it is a problem that the government doesn’t want others to manage them or profit from this, because they need the management and support so they have the physical protection they need. Philosopher Sybil Schwartz states that “Prostitution might gain public esteem. A woman could be respected for her wealth of sexual and emotional knowledge (wntr 2003 prostitution and freedom).” A lot of the women believe that “they did a great service to many people; it was like they were there therapists (2004Hoge).” Other benefits that could come from prostitution are financial benefits, health benefits, and
They think that this act threatens the rights of women by attacking choice and preventive care. They think that reproductive freedom is preventive care and can save lives. The members of this organization think that reproductive freedom is about empowering women to take care of their bodies however they want to. They don’t think any woman should be denied contraception or abortion because politicians have taken it upon themselves to make personal decisions for them. They don’t think a woman can be denied care because of her financial status.
In fact, opponents of prostitution’s legalization argue that the regulation of prostitution would lead to the corruption of the society. For this reason, they claim that it should never be legalized. On the other hand, supporters of prostitution’s legalization disagree and argue that there are many benefits to the legalization of prostitution. They argue that the government, if it regulated, prostitution could protect and help vulnerable women and at the same time, reduce heath related hazards. In fact, the legalization of prostitution in certain licensed areas would be beneficial for the Gabonese society in terms of fighting against the worst aspects of the trade sex, reducing crime and being beneficial for sex workers and their clients.
Therefore, marital rape exemption under Section 375 of Indian Penal Code is a clear infringement of Article 14 and 21 of Indian Constitution. Article 14 safegurads a person’s right to equality. The exception under Section 375 is clearly discriminates a wife when it comes to safeguarding them from rape. It is also mentioned under Article 51A (e) that it is fundamental duty of every citizen of India decry practices that are derogatory to the dignity women. The part of the state in a democratic libertarian culture is to secure and advance the privileges of its residents paying no respect to their sex or societal position.
Pizan so obviously from the start of her writing, introduces how women should behave (from the perspective of a princess), so that her actions shall be beneficial to her and her husband. By talking about the finances, which is radical, Pizan degrades women in all other aspects. Degrading is used in the sense that she does not promote equality in any other way other than the financial aspect. These women could be considered early feminists if they looked for equality in other things as well not just a specific
Position one contends that all acts of prostitution should be fully legalized while position two contends that all acts of prostitution should be illegal. Each of the two opposing positions attempts to tackle the issue of prostitution by appealing to different audiences within society at large, presenting valid arguments to their cause. The first position supports the full legalization of prostitution. “Full legalization” is defined as the decriminalization and government regulation of the prostitution business. Under “full legalization”, bawdy-houses are licensed and regulated by the government, prostitutes
I assume crack or cocaine by their demeanor. But why does prostitution have to be a drug driven need for money? If this woman could work as a prostitute legitimately and have the same benefits and right as everyone else, would she be in the same condition she is now? If prostitution were legal this woman could have a chance at living as a regular functioning member of society. People see only the negative sides of prostitution, like how it encourages sex out of wedlock