Assault, Consent, and Silence

Here’s the story: A well-to-do Virginian businessman takes needy women under his financial wing on the condition that they follow the rules of his “scholarship plan.” If they break these rules, which consist of limits on alcohol and drug intake, and requirements to stay in contact with their benefactor, they receive a spanking. (He’s inspired… Continue reading Assault, Consent, and Silence

The Week In Links: April 8

Surprisingly short slideshow of sex working women who’ve run for (international) political office. Moby Chicks was an April Fool’s joke, but I think it’s a genius idea. What does maritime law say about topless dancing? Horrible article on Zimbabwean farmers who spend their profits on sex workers. A play about a “high class” prostitute (named Charlotte!)… Continue reading The Week In Links: April 8