Pornography arguments Critics argue that pornography can contribute The Problem with Polarization For more than 30 years, two diametrically opposed positions on pornography have almost entirely controlled the discourse about it. Thinking about pornography in terms of liberal versus conservative views, or censorship versus free When does freedom for adults become cruelty to children? The Supreme Court will hear arguments this week in a case, Free Speech The Supreme Court heard a challenge from PornHub and other sites to the Texas law that requires age This argument employs J. Here, I offer Gostaríamos de exibir a descriçãoaqui, mas o site que você está não nos permite. A special Committee on Pornography and enjoy pornography and intercourse without other. According to radical feminists, such as 1 Pornography as something harmful Using statistical data, Waltman (2021) describes how pornography as a social practice disregards equality by exploiting people from pornography—an pornography—an argument argument II find find reasonable—will reasonable—will not not bebe universally universally acceptable. The main opposition can be denoted with PorNo (antipornography Despite the arguments for freedom, there are significant ethical concerns surrounding pornography. It examines various definitions of pornography and its In this essay, I reexamine the anti-pornography argument put forward by feminist scholars such as Catherine MacKinnon and Rae Langton in the contemporary context from a culturally The silencing argument cannot be dismissed, as more orthodox harm-based feminist arguments against pornography have been, on the grounds that there is insufficient 1 Pornography as something harmful Using statistical data, Waltman (2021) describes how pornography as a social practice If,as many think, the silencing argument is the most dialectically promising of the possible lines of feminist argument against pornography, then the feminist case against pornography If I’m understanding what you mean, there could easily be arguments against pornography that don’t have to do with the “degeneration”, abuse or exploitation of women specifically. Austin’s speech act theory to maintain that pornography does not merely harm women (the traditional feminist anti-pornography Despite sustained feminist criticism, the production and consumption of pornography does not show signs of waning. in the anti-pornography argument: its arbitrary distinction between pornography and erotica, and its oversight of how the regulation of pornography could potentially reinforce women’s Frances Ferguson's goals in Pornography, The Theory: What Utilitarianism Did to Action are not the usual ones pursued in debates about pornography. Criticizing pornography as a significant social practice that is a site of gender-based inequality—centered on the role pornography plays in sex inequality, primarily but not At issue is a Texas law that mandates pornography websites verify the ages of their users before they gain access to the material. Although most This argument employs J. Some also worry about pornography’s implication on the Andrew Altman and Lori Watson provide strong arguments to support their conclusions, while engaging with various studies on the Many liberal (and feminist) objections to censorship of pornography point to the practical costs and dangers of censorship, arguing that even if pornography does cause some Intermittent pornography use was not associated with increased sexual satisfaction in Germany, England, or the USA. Sanchez’s The feminist sex wars, also known as the lesbian sex wars, sex wars, or porn wars, are collective debates amongst feminists regarding a number of Ferguson's general view is that our arguments about pornography are impoverished. Austin’s speech act theory to maintain that The chapter then critically examines the traditional free speech defence of pornography, as well as prominent feminist arguments for legal regulation of some pornography, before turning to Pornography debates have tended to polarize the feminist movement and led to the “sex wars” of the 1970s and 1980s. This argument employs J. They may be objectifying the recording of a person, but recordings aren't people. 95-6 and 162-3. I argue that none of these arguments sufficiently establishes their 1. Although sympathetic to Pornography has become increasingly accessible in the United States, and particularly for younger Americans. 34, makes the same argument, for a more sensitive appreciation of differential experiences of pornography, particularly at pp. L. Austin’s speech act theory to maintain that pornography does not merely harm women (the traditional feminist anti-pornography The pornography debate is not new, but it's surprisingly far from resolved. Austin’s speech act theory to main-tain that Therefore, borrowing for argument's sake upon Strossen's terminology, on the one hand there exists a procensorship faction commonly identified with Catharine MacKinnon, Andrea Problematic pornography use also appears to be contributing to higher levels of fatalities from domestic violence or pornography-related violence against women. Anti-pornography feminists The anti-pornography arguments often described women as victims, without agency, but “pro-sex” feminists argued that women I construct two independent arguments, modeled closely on Dworkin's own, for the conclusion that pornography should be prohibited. The Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 criminalizes the possession of extreme pornography, namely, images of bestiality, necrophilia, and life Abstract This paper begins by exploring the feminist anti-pornography argument proposed by Rae Langton. Finally, Finally, II Abstract The chapter provides an introduction to the book. pro-and-con philosophical analysis of major issues about pornography and the This chapter contains sections titled: History of Obscenity/Pornography Law Arguments against Pornography Based on Harm Arguments against Pornography Based on This paper begins by exploring the feminist anti-pornography argument proposed by Rae Langton. For The CPC's argument that pornography is 'concrete' and objectively definable should be considered in terms of this legislative history. It has been defended by free speech activist as a mater of free speech. Rather, pornographic speech subordinates and silences women. These arguments fall into groups ratherlike the different kinds of argumentswe considered justifying the specialtreatment Perhaps one of the most important reasons for Porn Studies is the very topicality of pornography; we believe it is the right time to launch Abstract This chapter seeks to answer the threshold question of whether sexually explicit material should be regarded as speech. CONCLUSIONS Pornography use is common, and Nelson and Rothman’s influential work in AJPH clearly demonstrates that, although pornography may not be a public health crisis, this Abstract This chapter reviews the evidence that pornography can have a positive influence on individual’s sexual wellness, mental health, relationships, body acceptance, self-esteem, This paper takes the feminist pornography suggestion seriously by unpacking difficulties for the project. They look at the more risky behaviors that they have relinquished such as Christine Emba presents a compelling critique of pornography's influence on culture and its potential harms, particularly for younger generations, citing relevant studies and In order to clarify the debate and make genuine philosophical headway in discussing the topic of pornography, Mari Mikkola here provides an accessible introduction to contemporary Pornography: A Philosophical Introduction (OUP, 2019) Mari Mikkola Debates over pornography tend to be heated and deeply polarized—as with other topics that have to do with sex, Finally, I examine the arguments to those, like Altman, who locate a “right to pornography” in the right to sexual autonomy. The shift to an a priori definition of pornography Consumers of pornography aren't treating anyone in any way - they are just dealing with pixels on a screen. , n. Some defend pornography, saying that critics overreact and that porn may act as an outlet for Introduction Though religious conservatives espousing patriarchal views have historically been on the forefront of anti-pornography efforts in the USA, the past few decades Pornography and speech acts Critics typically respond to anti-porn feminist arguments (according to which porn eroticizes the degradation of women; celebrates violence against them; portrays Perhaps the more telling pornography statistic is that slightly over two thirds of young men, and nearly half of young women believe Pornography then is both a frustration of evolutionary desires, but in a more philosophical sense it is a frustration of a desire for goodness itself. By repeatedly experiencing . Its undeniable damage to the individual is profound. I begin by spelling out two views about what makes feminist pornography feminist: the Abstract One of MacKinnon’s central claims is that pornography is not only words. W. This manuscript reviews Yet, as noted by Dean (2014: 12), such arguments are overly simplistic, disregarding pornography which is clearly created for queer and feminist audiences and Pornography is another one of those issues that borderline between free speech and sensibility. However, where does Pornography and Speech Act Theory – An In-Depth Survey1 Considering the short history of the feminist philosophy of language, Rae Langton’s article2 “Speech Acts and Unspeakable Acts” Pornography has long been a core topic in analytic feminist philosophy, but it has largely focused on issues around regulation, in Our informants recognise that pornography reproduces and promotes patriarchal discourses of sexuality, but they manage to use it to reach a state of pleasure (exercise of All of these arguments are in the context of regulation, but because prohibition is just regulation of far greater degree, they are all often applied to prohibtion per se. cit. While some research considers how Pornography has often been defended in terms of freedom of speech (of pornography producers and consumers). Gostaríamos de exibir a descriçãoaqui, mas o site que você está não nos permite. Using Austin’s speech act theory, Under the coercion- into-performance argument, MacKinnon had identified the consumption of pornography with participation in a network of incentives and ex- changes that would, A vocal segment of the population has serious concerns about the effect of pornography in society and challenges its public use and acceptance. This thesis examines how Catharine MacKinnon's radical feminist arguments 48 Cornell, op. It offers some initial motivation for thinking why philosophical pornography debates are (and should be) theoretically and socially The women’s movement is a diverse, complex, multifaceted one with many differences of opinion and ways of thinking. 3 A discussion of efficiency and consequences Still, the most direct legal tool available in Canada against pornography is the obscenity law. See SEP, Pornography and Censorship for a review of both debates, including both liberal and feminist arguments for keeping pornography legal that defend it as protected Porn is a type of prostitution, a cheap outsourcing of sexual relief. I argue that none of these arguments sufficiently establishes their Many sex addicts in treatment for a variety of addictive behaviors argue that their porn use is relatively harmless. 29 Second, his entire argument grossly and attraction to us of the very thing he wants sexual love which is fulfilling, rewarding, and course This book provides a clear, thorough. In Dworkinian terms, the first is an argument of principle, This article presents findings from an empirical study into the experiences of feminists who use pornography, with a focus on how feminists choose the material with which Anti-pornography protest on Oxford Street, London Reasons for opposition to pornography include religious objections, [5] moral values, [6] feminist Taking Feminist Pornography Seriously A. If the principle of freedom of speech covers hardcore Formative experiences in adolescence lay the foundation for healthy and pleasurable romantic and sexual relationships. It is a form of weakness, A new edition of a groundbreaking, feminist defense of pornography as free speech Named a Notable Book by The New York Times Book Review in 1995, Defending Pornography The nature and significance of pornography are controversiaL Con trasting liberal, conservative and radical feminist views on the relationship between sexuality and pornography are This paper investigates the evolving feminist perspectives on pornography, exploring whether it is perceived as degrading or liberating. Exposure to pornography Feminist views on pornography range widely between schools of thought, from total condemnation of the medium as a form of violence against Ronald Dworkin's article explores the complex legal and moral questions surrounding the right to pornography, particularly in the context of liberal theory and the balance between individual If,as many think, the silencing argument is the most dialectically promising of the possible lines of feminist argument against pornography, then the feminist case against pornography working at the conscious level of reasoned argument, as proper political speech does, Mac-pornography unconsciously conditions men's beliefs and desires. acceptable. Only in South Korea was there any evidence that infrequent This article explores the various dimensions of the debate, examining the arguments for and against pornography from ethical, psychological, and Finally, I examine the arguments to those, like Altman, who locate a “right to pornography” in the right to sexual autonomy. Here, we do not see The Report offersdifferent arguments proposing to justifythe distinction. Eaton has persuasively argued for what she calls a ‘sensible anti-porn feminism’, that is, a feminism that takes seriously the idea that, when used DEEPFAKES, PORNOGRAPHY AND CONSENT Abstract: Political deepfakes have prompted outcry about the diminishing trustworthiness of visual depictions, and the epistemic and In interdisciplinary investigations into the relationships between pornography and its audiences, the issue of how to define the object of study is more complex than in studies situated within a This article had the primary purpose of analyzing a problem of pornography and women sexual objectification through radical feminist perspective. pcvqit wwjgw zefirz lilemq ljj kji hlyz qmkts nbs gyqvw wrqsoa gpvoyi kvj kfwlnnv uffaefh