5/30/2023 0 Comments The purity myth by jessica valenti![]() ![]() Morals are therefore linked purely to sexual behavior, rather than values like honesty, kindness, and altruism. Through in-depth cultural and social analysis, Valenti reveals that powerful messaging on both extremes–ranging from abstinence-only curriculum to “Girls Gone Wild” infomercials–place a young woman’s worth entirely on her sexuality. In The Purity Myth, Jessica Valenti argues that the country’s intense focus on chastity is damaging to young women. The United States is obsessed with virginity–from the media to schools to government agencies. From the bestselling author of Sex Object, a searing investigation into American culture’s obsession with virginity, and the argument for creating a future where women and girls are valued for more than sexuality ![]()
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