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Prostitution is the supreme triumph of capitalism. When…

“Prostitution is the supreme triumph of capitalism. When the sex war is won prostitutes should be shot as collaborators for their terrible betrayal of all women, for the moral tarring and feathering they give indigenous women who have had the bad luck to live in what they make their humping ground.” quote by Julie Burchill
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“Prostitution is the supreme triumph of capitalism. When the sex war is won prostitutes should be shot as collaborators for their terrible betrayal of all women, for the moral tarring and feathering they give indigenous women who have had the bad luck to live in what they make their humping ground.”

Julie Burchill

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Critiques capitalism by linking prostitution to systemic oppression and betrayal of women.

In simple terms: Capitalism exploits women through prostitution.

Key Takeaway

Challenge systemic gender oppression.

Themes

capitalism gender prostitution

Mood

critical provocative

Type

political analytical

When to use this quote

  • policy reform
  • activism
  • education campaigns

Key Concepts

exploitation feminist critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we address exploitation without violence?
  • What alternative economic models protect women?
A Different Perspective

Extremist language may alienate allies.

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