Unscrewed
Women, Sex, Power, and How to Stop Letting the System Screw Us All
by:
Jaclyn Friedman
in:
Gender Studies
Summary:
The book examines the ways in which sexual freedoms and rights are undermined by societal norms and institutions, advocating for a more equitable and empowered approach to female sexuality. It provides a critique of the cultural and political systems that perpetuate inequality and offers strategies for individuals to challenge and change these oppressive structures.
Key points:
1. Consent Culture: Emphasize consent as enthusiastic and continuous in all sexual encounters, not just the absence of a "no."
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