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Debate: Slut Walks
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Slut Walks represent another wave of feminism that can connect to the new generation. The first wave of feminism in the 70s has since transformed to somewhat conventional tactics with older feminists. This new in your face method has connected on a new level and aroused the anger in a new generation. This emotionally charged take on feminism can leave important cultural marks on decades to come. Unlike the 2004 March for Women's Lives, where the feminist movement gained widespread momentum-- the momentum didn't stick after the campaign. However, because the Slut Walks are organized by different young women in different cities, this forshadows a good flow of momentum in the future-- unlike the unified top-down organization of the the March for Women's Lives. http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/slutwalks-and-the-future-of-feminism/2011/06/01/AGjB9LIH_story_2.html |
[Edit] ConThe short skirts and high heels trivialize the issue. While it may be one heckuva show, it detracts the attention away from the real issue: men (not all). The real issue is the name-calling, and the men who rape because "she looked so hot." Furthermore, the "slut walk" messaging can go askew. The message sets the focus on the individualistic right to dress as one pleases-- freedom of expression. In actuality, the messaging should tie back more clearly: the problem of men pushing their bounds. http://www.smh.com.au/opinion/society-and-culture/feminists-should-promote-the-right-to-be-openly-sexy-20110822-1j6l5.html
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[Edit] ProThose who do not participate in the "Slut walk" because of the name send a controversial message. Those who appear as "sluts" should not be entitled to control and privacy of their own body. According to this message, the only women who should receive the right to reject rape are the honorable, non-promiscuous, conservative dressing women. The women who are more promiscuous should not get the right to protest for their right. http://mg.co.za/article/2011-08-22-a-slut-by-any-other-name
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[Edit] ConThe term slut reinforces discriminatory female roles. Women should reject the pejorative term, rise up against the phallic machine and claim equality. By lingering within this societal construct, women reinforce the acceptance of the term. http://mg.co.za/article/2011-08-22-a-slut-by-any-other-name
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