#freedomofexpression

[planet-gay-comic]

Cheeky Boys in the Wintergarden Waves of Freedom A Journey through the Evolution of Sexual Morality from Art Nouveau to Late Modernism

The development of sexual morality in the 20th century is a fascinating journey from strict societal norms to an era of personal freedom and self-expression. From Art Nouveau to the vibrant decades of the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s, we witnessed an impressive evolution in the perception and practice of sexuality and individual expression.

Art Nouveau - A New Aesthetic Emerges: Art Nouveau not only brought about a change in art and design but also ushered in a relaxation of traditional sexual morals. During this era, there was a growing interest in human sexuality and a subtle challenge to societal taboos, along with a new body consciousness, in an effort to move away from the prudish and rigid Victorian era. A notable feature of Art Nouveau was its association with the Roman Baths, which became a meeting place for people of different sexual orientations. In the Roman Baths, individuals of all sexual preferences came together without inhibition, creating an atmosphere of tolerance and openness. This ambiance contributed to Art Nouveau often being seen as a precursor to the sexual revolution of the 60s.

The 60s and 70s - The Age of the Sexual Revolution: The next decades brought an explosive change in sexual morality in the Western world. The 60s brought a new wave of sexual freedom with the Hippie movement and the introduction of the birth control pill, but that was just the beginning.

In the 70s, growing awareness and increasing acceptance led to a more open attitude toward diverse sexual identities and orientations. This time was marked by the emerging LGBT movement, advocating for the rights and visibility of lesbians, gays, bisexuals, and transgender individuals.

In the 80s and 90s, clubs and discos reached their peak as places of freedom and expression. Iconic songs like "YMCA" by the Village People and "We Are Family" were not only hits but also anthems of the LGBT community, which found a safe and accepting environment in these establishments. Concurrently, the first gay saunas emerged, serving as safe havens and meeting places. The sexual revolution of this era was characterized by an openness and diversity that continues to shape the LGBT movement to this day and represents an important part of the history of sexual liberation.

The evolution of sexual morality in the 20th century tells a story of freedom and progress. From the subtle beginnings of Art Nouveau to the exuberant freedom of the late modern era, these changes reflect the ongoing struggle for personal freedom and the acceptance of different lifestyles.

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#SexualRevolution #FreedomOfExpression #LGBTQHistory #SexualMorality #ArtNouveau #LoveIsLove #gayart #queer #boylovesboy #cheeky

[renegadeurbanmediasource]

Native Americans have the Blood right to cleanse the land. The term “Native American”, just like “Afrikan American” is artificial. The few I know consider themselves NATIONS unto themselves. That’s why I HATE what the US has done to them and my own People. The US is good for systematically assigning these classifications. I am BLACK not “Afrikan American” (before you start I am a VETERAN with the classification of HONORABLE on my DD 214. Save your “hate America” nonsense, I’m exercising my 1A)

#freedomofspeech #freedom #trump #freespeech #america #freedomofexpression #usa #humanrights #maga #truth #liberty #freedomfighter #censorship #freedomthinkers #politics #freedomfighters #equality #blacklivesmatter #protest

[zymzalchemy]

Outraged by Tumblr's increasing tendency to censor artists by wrongly categorizing their work as "pornographic" or "explicit?" This dismissive attitude towards legitimate artistic expression is not only insulting but also undermines the value and purpose of art itself.

If you're an artist, a supporter of the arts, or simply someone who believes in freedom of expression, share this post. Let's make it clear to Tumblr that censorship of art under the guise of protecting users is unacceptable.

#ArtIsNotPorn #StopCensoringArt #TumblrFailsArtists #MislabeledArt #SupportArtists #LetArtSpeak #CensorshipIsWrong #FreedomOfExpression #DefendCreativeFreedom #NoMoreAlgorithmCensorship #HumanCuratorsNeeded #RespectTheArtist #WhereIsTheNuance #ArtIsDiverse #NotAllArtIsPorn #ProtectArtisticExpression #NoMoreBlur #ShowUsTheArt #EndTheChillingEffect #StandWithArtists #SupportAdultCreators #ArtIsExploration #NotEverythingIsExplicit #DefendMatureThemes #ArtIsCommunication #ArtHasAStory #WeDeserveBetter #NoToMiscategorization #TumblrDoBetter

[thehetrophobe]

they won't ever stop. no matter how much we scream. no matter how many of us fall dead. no matter what we put in TV or books. we aren't humans to their understanding. we're savages, villains, deviants of God's order.

Perhaps it's time we start acting like it.

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#gay #lgbt #transgender #democracy #politics #lgbtqia #freedomofexpression #gayrights #lesbians #transpeople

[mbmspeaks]

On Banning books

I took this photo of my nine year old daughter over the weekend. Unprompted, she'd picked up Ruby Bridges' book.  Right now this and other books about African American History are being banned across the country.  My dad and I spoke about this in the latest episode of Ellis Conversations.  Looking at the other books in the picture, I can’t help but think of what other books new state government laws will pull off the shelves.  Not only will other little black girls be robbed, of drawing from the strength of Ruby’s stories, but children of all colors won’t learn of this and other recent stains on American History and make sure it never happens again.  

I also asked ChatGPT what it thinks the danger of banning books 

#BannedBooks #AfricanAmericanHistory #Censorship #FreedomOfExpression #HeritageAndCulture #PreservingHistory #ProtectingStories #LiterarySuppression

#BannedBooks #AfricanAmericanHistory #Censorship #FreedomOfExpression #HeritageAndCulture #PreservingHistory #ProtectingStories #LiterarySuppression

[blackhistorychatgpt]

Banning Books on the African American Experience

Right now these and other books about African American History are being banned across the country.  My dad and I spoke about this in the latest episode of Ellis Conversations.  Looking at the other books in the picture, I can’t help but think of what else state governments are considering banning.  Not only will little black girls be robbed, of drawing from the strength of Ruby’s stories, but children of all colors won’t learn of this recent stain on American History and make sure it never happens again.  

I asked ChatGPT what it thinks the danger of banning books 

Me: What is the danger of banning books about African American history?

ChatGPT: 

Banning books about African American history can have a dangerous impact on society as it perpetuates the erasure of important contributions and experiences of black people from public consciousness. This can perpetuate the marginalization and lack of representation of African Americans and undermine the fight for equality and justice. It also restricts access to information and hinders education, leading to a limited understanding of history and the world. Banning books about African American history can also contribute to the spread of misinformation and ignorance, which can be harmful to both individuals and society as a whole. By blocking access to knowledge, banning books about African American history threatens progress and progress towards a more equitable and inclusive future.

Me: What are some reasons you might want to ban books about African American history?

ChatGPT

There are several reasons why some people might want to ban books about African American history, including:

Racism: Some individuals may view African American history as inferior or unimportant and want to ban books that highlight this history to maintain their own beliefs and biases.

Fear: Books about African American history can often highlight historical injustices and racism, which some people may find uncomfortable or threatening.

Misunderstanding: Some individuals may not fully understand the importance of African American history and the role it plays in shaping our present and future, leading them to want to ban books about this topic.

Political motives: Banning books about African American history may be used as a political tool to control information and promote a certain agenda.

Regardless of the reasons, banning books about African American history is harmful to our society as it limits access to knowledge and perpetuates ignorance and inequality.

#BannedBooks #AfricanAmericanHistory #Censorship #FreedomOfExpression #HeritageAndCulture #PreservingHistory #ProtectingStories #LiterarySuppression #chatgpt #black history month

[thephiladelphiahandstylez]

✍🏾TPH: Popular Iranian Rapper Faces The Death Penalty for “CORRUPTION ON EARTH” through song lyrics and physical demonstrative protests in his country and abroad. Article Below of the Actions is Reliable and Posted By PEN AMERICA. ✍🏾Without inciting riots over here on the topic wanted to spread a little Global Version of Hiphop news on this one. Your Thoughts, On The Global Streets…? Indictment of Iranian Rap Artist Toomaj Salehi for Music Supporting Protests is “Obscene and Horrifying,” Says PEN America “INDICTMENT OF IRANIAN RAP ARTIST TOOMAJ SALEHI FOR MUSIC SUPPORTING PROTESTS IS “OBSCENE AND HORRIFYING,” SAYS PEN AMERICA FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 2, 2022 (NEW YORK)— PEN America today condemned the indictment in Iran of rap artist Toomaj Salehi, who could face the death penalty for songs he wrote in support of ongoing mass protests across Iran. #HipHopNews #GlobalHipHop #Hiphop #FreedomOfExpression #PENAMERICA #ThePhiladelphiaHandstylezMovement #SupportTheMovement #Graffiti #Graff #InternationalHiphop #InternationalHiphopNews GRAFFITI: “Spread The Words”. #GraffitiSpreadTheWords (at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cpz8pYkOkbo/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#hiphopnews #globalhiphop #hiphop #freedomofexpression #penamerica #thephiladelphiahandstylezmovement #supportthemovement #graffiti #graff #internationalhiphop #internationalhiphopnews #graffitispreadthewords

[boorat]

Facebook can suck it... #facebook #facebookjail #facebooksucks #aifails #aigeneratedart #memes #jokes #markzuckerberg #freedomofspeech #freedomofexpression #dallemini #dalle #dalle2 #jimcarrey #jeffreydahmermemes #facebookhack #securityfail #stupid #meta #metaverse #ihatefacebook #zuckerberg #dumbass (at Huntington, Texas) https://www.instagram.com/p/CgJL5U4OGa4/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#facebook #facebookjail #facebooksucks #aifails #aigeneratedart #memes #jokes #markzuckerberg #freedomofspeech #freedomofexpression #dallemini #dalle #dalle2 #jimcarrey #jeffreydahmermemes #facebookhack #securityfail #stupid #meta #metaverse #ihatefacebook #zuckerberg #dumbass

[donlow]

Would you conform for the greater good?

#freedomofexpression #freedomtoexpress #expression #honeycomb

[leonys1713]

#AgeOfEnlightenment #CulturalEnlightenment #EnlightenedSociety #EnlightenmentEra #EnlightenmentIdeals #EnlightenmentPhilosophy #FreedomOfExpression #IlluminatingHistory #LegacyOfEnlightenment #LibertyEqualityFraternity #PathToModernity #PhilosophesThinkers #RationalThought #ReasonOverTradition #ScientificRevolution

[joe20xx]

"All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players. They have their exits and their entrances; And one man in his time plays many parts."- Shakespeare

Due to psychological stressors of our times, much of the presumed negatives about indulgent behaviors are more common without negative favours, while culture is split in how handle to such- as if the culture tribes’s supposed virtue where more important than the individual’s assessment (self-acceptance/actualization).

There some arguments, both in regards to market and state ultimatums, that diminish individual risk assessment that take a negative defense of such oligarchs and plutarchs over the trader principle of the transactions; this involves both parties not just one, as if people need to boxed into tribal groups instead of pursue their own happiness and interests.

#pursuitofhappiness #rational self interest #egoism #objectivism #freedomofexpression #freedomofthoughts #freedom of association #culture wars #tribalism

[newboundsimmigration]

Saluting the selfless souls who laid down their lives for our nation's pride. 🙏🇮🇳

#newboundsimmigration #india #immigrationexperts #FreedomFightersUnite #freedomfighters #martyrsday #martyr #freedomofchoice #Salute #SaluteAndRespect #JaiHind #hindustan #FreedomOfExpression

[addictedgallery]

"If art is to nourish the roots of our culture, society must set the artist free to follow his vision wherever it takes him. We must never forget that art is not a form of propaganda; it is a form of truth." ~ President John F. Kennedy: Remarks at Amherst College, October 26, 1963

Amid threats to freedom, career moves and censorship become hard to tell apart.

#The Art Newspaper #artindustry #artmarket #ArtistsAreEssential #socialcommentary #FreedomOfExpression #censorship #democracychallenges #artgalleries #artfairs #museums #artcollecting #artcollectors #artcollection #arttrade #commerce

[zymzalchemy]

#ArtIsNotPorn #StopCensoringArt #TumblrFailsArtists #MislabeledArt #SupportArtists #LetArtSpeak #CensorshipIsWrong #FreedomOfExpression #DefendCreativeFreedom #NoMoreAlgorithmCensorship #HumanCuratorsNeeded #RespectTheArtist #WhereIsTheNuance #ArtIsDiverse #NotAllArtIsPorn #ProtectArtisticExpression #NoMoreBlur #ShowUsTheArt #EndTheChillingEffect #StandWithArtists #SupportAdultCreators #ArtIsExploration #NotEverythingIsExplicit #DefendMatureThemes #ArtIsCommunication #ArtHasAStory #WeDeserveBetter #NoToMiscategorization #TumblrDoBetter

[tmarshconnors]

Abolish Section 5 NOW!

Hey, readers! Strap in because today, we're diving into the cesspool of absurdity that is Section 5 of the Public Order Act 1986 in the UK. If you're not familiar, it's the part of the law that thinks it's a great idea to slap charges on anyone causing "harassment, alarm, or distress." Spoiler alert: it's a disaster!

Let's talk about how this vague and wishy-washy legislation is turning our right to free expression into a joke. "Likely to cause distress?" Are you kidding me? Newsflash: life itself can be distressing. So, unless we all want to live in a padded bubble, maybe it's time to get real about what freedom of speech really means.

Section 5 is a playground for subjective interpretation. What's harassment, what's alarm, and what's distress? Who knows! It's a wild guessing game, and guess what? The prize is a potential criminal record. Bravo, lawmakers, bravo.

Ever heard of a chilling effect? Well, Section 5 is a prime example. People are scared to voice their opinions or stand up for what they believe in because, oh no, it might cause some distress. Give me a break! Democracy thrives on debate, dissent, and differing opinions. Section 5, on the other hand, seems hell-bent on suppressing all that good stuff.

And let's not forget the horror stories of peaceful protesters getting slapped with Section 5 charges. Yeah, because apparently holding a sign or speaking up for change is now equivalent to causing "alarm." Give me a break.

We're not saying public order isn't important, but surely there's a better way to maintain it without stifling our basic rights. Maybe it's time to put Section 5 where it belongs – in the trash.

To the policymakers out there: wake up and smell the injustice! It's time to abolish or seriously overhaul Section 5. Let's create a legal landscape that respects our right to speak our minds without fear of being labeled a criminal for causing a little discomfort.

So, UK, let's demand change, let's demand our right to speak freely, and let's abolish Section 5 of the Public Order Act 1986. The time for complacency is over.

Rant over.

#AbolishSection5 #FreeSpeechFight #PublicOrderActReform #UKRights #SpeakUpNow #ReclaimFreeSpeech #EndCensorship #Section5Reform #DefendDemocracy #FreedomOfExpression #NoMoreSilence #UniteForRights #ChallengeTheLaw #SpeakOutUK #RightsMatter #LegalReform #VoiceYourFreedom #BreakTheChains #CitizensUnite #ProtestForChange #rant post #today on tumblr #new blog

[youramericanflagstore]

The Art Claus of the US Flag Code and YourAmericanFlagStore.com Hey there, fellow patriots! Every now and then I get some nut who chimes in on a post or send us a message lecturing us on how we're violating the US Flag Code, obviously we are not. I've noticed two things that are consistent among these folks. 1. Every single one of them is a liberal. 2. Every single one is angry and becomes unhinged when confronted with their error! So here it is, the TRUTH about the US Flag Code. There is a lesser-known clause called the "Art Claus"! This clause recognizes the artistic expression and freedom surrounding the depiction of the flag, while still urging us to exercise discretion and respect for it. The Art Claus allows for artistic representations of the flag, including paintings, murals, and other creative expressions. It acknowledges the power of art to evoke emotions, unite communities, and ignite conversations around our nation's values and history. From breathtaking paintings to inspiring sculptures, artists have used their craft to honor the flag in unique and thought-provoking ways. However, it's important to remember that the Art Claus does come with some recommendations to ensure that the flag is treated with dignity and reverence. Artists and creators are encouraged to strike a balance between their artistic vision and the fundamental principles associated with our flag's symbolism. Here are a few key points to keep in mind when creating art inspired by the American flag: 1️⃣ Preserve the integrity of the flag's colors and design, maintaining its recognizable features while incorporating your artistic interpretation. 2️⃣ Be mindful of the context and environment in which the flag-inspired artwork is displayed. Consider whether it aligns with the gravity and solemnity of the flag's meaning. 3️⃣ Remember that the flag should not be used in a way that disrespects or brings discredit to the nation. Let's celebrate the Art Claus and the beauty it adds to our cultural landscape. By respecting the principles outlined in the US Flag Code, we can both honor our flag and embrace the creativity that makes our nation truly extraordinary.

#USFlagCode #ArtClaus #FlagEtiquette #Patriotism #AmericanFlag #Respect #FreedomOfExpression