Obscenity Laws

1 Why have “obscenity laws” proven to be so problematic? Summarize the principles that have been applied to define obscenity in American history.

2 Describe the relationship between prostitution and the current HIV epidemic.

3 Summarize what is currently known about male prostitutes.

4 Identify the types of female prostitution. Discuss the risks associated with each type.

5 What is the feminist attitude toward sexually explicit material? Do you agree with this perspective? Why/why not?