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Raja Halwani’s “On F***ing Around” (Part Three)
In part one, I investigated Halwani’s definitions of “casual sex,” “promiscuity,” and “objectification.” With objectification, Halwani went through the different senses of objectification by going through Nussbaum’s and Langton’s list. Recall the Objectification Argument: Objectification is morally wrong. Objectification is a necessary … Continue reading
Raja Halwani’s “On F***ing Around” (Part Two)
In part one, I investigated Halwani’s definitions of “casual sex,” “promiscuity,” and “objectification.” With objectification, Halwani went through the different senses of objectification by going through Nussbaum’s and Langton’s list. Recall from part one the thesis: THESIS: Given a pessimist view … Continue reading
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Raja Halwani’s “On F***ing Around” (Part One)
Many pundits and media presenters are horrified that we are living in a sexual liberated world where a “hookup” culture is prevalent. Indeed, the presumption is that casual sex and promiscuity are so morally objectionable that this needs to be … Continue reading
Let’s See What’s in the News Today (Nov. 10, 2013)
Abortion Why the Pro-Life movement needs some philosophy. Advice Kareem Abdul-Jabar’s advice for boys becoming men. Anti-natalism Another site dedicated to the childfree lifestyle. Education U.S. Catholic schools are no better than public schools. Environment What would the world look … Continue reading
Posted in Abortion, Economics, Education, Environment, Feminism, Gender, Race, Relationships, Religion, Same-Sex, Science, Sexuality
Tagged Abortion, Advice, Anti-Natalism, circumcision, Education, Environment, Feminism, Gender, Language, Miley Cyrus, Philosophy, Race, Relationships, Religion, Science, Sexuality
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Let’s See What’s in the News Today (Sept. 17, 2013)
Gender Germany allows third gender on birth certificates. Women still spend more time taking care of children than men do. Natalism An article about how those who voluntarily choose to be childless are stigmatized as selfish and materialistic. Another article … Continue reading
Book Review: On the Meaning of Sex by J. Budziszewski
Through these modern times, sexual attitudes have lessoned. The attitudes are littered with hedonism, individualistic goals, and simple activities that one does. The idea of taking sex seriously such as expressions of forming a union, procreation, saving oneself before marriage … Continue reading
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Book Review: What Do Women Want? by Daniel Bergner
This book has been getting a lot of buzz lately, mainly because the ideas go against the conventional norms of what society dictates. The ideas Bergner presents suggest that if we take away the cultural and societal veneer, we are … Continue reading
Let’s See What’s in the News Today (Aug. 11, 2013)
Art Touching Strangers is an art project where total strangers embrace each other as if they knew each other, but they are total strangers. Economics Wal-Mart’s worst nightmare. Fashion This is how clothes should fit. Justice Wanna donate to charity … Continue reading
Posted in Aesthetics, Anti-Natalism, Economics, News, Polyamory, Relationships, Sexuality
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Book Review: Sex at Dawn by Christopher Ryan and Cacilda Jethá
I’ve wanted to read this book for a while, but it was always at the back burner. However, a friend recommended this to me and so I quickly read this. I’ve now read it twice. Most of it was interesting … Continue reading
News Bits: 02/12/2012
I’ve been really busy with school lately, but I have noticed a few tidbits of stuff that I’ll quickly post. Later on, I’ll get back to philosophy and other interests that I have. I promise! 5 Ridiculous Sex Myths Everyone … Continue reading
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