Having sex Quote by Jessica Valenti
““As Feministing.com commenter electron-Blue noted in response to the 2008 New York Times Magazine article “Students of Virginity,” on abstinence clubs at Ivy League colleges, “There were a WHOLE LOTTA us not having sex at Harvard . . . but none of us thought that that was special enough to start a club about it, for pete’s sake.””
About This Quote
Source Article: New York Times Magazine “Students of Virginity”, 2008
The quote sat the irony that many people share a common experience without feeling it warrants special attention or organization.
In simple terms: Common experiences often go unremarked.
Key Takeaway
Recognize shared norms without over‑labeling.
Themes
social norms
gender
college life
sexuality
humor
Mood
wry
reflective
Type
observational
humorous
When to use this quote
- college campuses
- student organizations
- public discourse
- media commentary
Key Concepts
social conformity
identity
group dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- Do we need clubs for every common experience?
- How does labeling affect personal choices?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the value of community support for shared choices.
