Activity Quote by Rush Limbaugh
“Here's what consent is at Ohio State. After you and your partner decide that you're gonna make out or have sex, you agree to do it, then you have to agree on why. "Consent is the act of knowingly, actively and voluntarily agreeing explicitly to engage in sexual activity. Consent must be freely given and can be withdrawn at any time."”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Ohio State University, 2020
Consent is a clear, informed, and voluntary agreement to sexual activity that can be withdrawn anytime.
In simple terms: Consent means agreeing knowingly and can be
Themes
Always ensure clear, ongoing agreement.
Mood
serious
educational
Type
ethical
informative
When to use this quote
- autonomy
- voluntary agreement
- withdrawal rights
Key Concepts
sexual ethics
communication
rights
Practical Applications
- dating
- college campuses
- health education
- relationship counseling
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you check that consent is still present?
- What barriers prevent people from speaking up?
A Different Perspective
People may misunderstand consent as a one‑time checkbox rather than a continuous process.
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