Posts Tagged ‘objectification’
How Consumerism Commodifies ‘Curvy’
Anyone casually browsing the internet recently has probably noticed the hype over the inclusion of two plus-sized models in the 2015 Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue. Many are congratulating Sports Illustrated (SI) for representing new body types, while others argue the women in question are not in fact plus-sized and are therefore not representative of larger…
Read MoreRespect isn’t based on what she wears
Many women wish they could walk the streets without feeling the eyes of strange men on their bodies — and the hijab gives them that freedom. But women should be able to walk the streets no matter what they wear.
Read MoreCatcalls aren’t compliments
“Newsflash, buddy, the 1950s are long gone.” Kalani slams Steve Santagati for his ignorant comments defending catcalling, which were recently featured on CNN in response to a viral anti-street harassment YouTube video.
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