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The Right to Sex, with Amia Srinivasan and Merve Emre

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Redefining Desirability: Sex, Politics, and Education

This chapter explores the complex relationship between the 'right to sex' and societal constructs of desirability, focusing on marginalized groups and the influence of cultural contexts. It examines the contrasting perspectives within queer subcultures and critiques the dynamics of contemporary sex education in relation to mainstream pornography. By revisiting feminist theory and addressing issues of sexual politics, it raises critical questions about the effectiveness of traditional approaches to understanding sexuality.

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