Taking a Stand Against Sexism
In 1986, The Crimson decided not to run Playboy's advertisement recruiting Harvard women for its "Women of the Ivy League" issue. This decision was motivated by a refusal to support a publication that objectifies and exploits women. The author claims that critics who claimed the decision was an act of censorship or paternalism missed the point. The refusal was a stand against institutionalized sexism, not a restriction of Playboy's freedom of expression. The Crimson emphasized its editorial discretion to protest against what it deemed socially acceptable sexism, reinforcing that toleration of pornography does not preclude the right to oppose it. The article argues that sexism, especially when subtle and embedded in culture, must be actively confronted. The Crimson's action was seen as both a necessary and minimal effort to challenge the objectification of women.| Creator |
Goss, Kristin A.
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The Harvard Crimson
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| Date |
1986-03-05
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| Format |
Digital
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| Local URL |
https://www.thecrimson.com/article/1986/3/5/taking-a-stand-against-sexism-pbtbhe/
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| Tags | Advocacy, Student Publications |
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| Date Added | July 16, 2024 |
| Date Modifed | January 7, 2025 |
| Collection | Harvard and Gender Discrimination |