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Prostitution

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  • Spring 2026
  • The Philosophy of Love and Sex
  • Prostitution

Readings

Texts

  • Lars Ericsson, "Charges Against Prostitution" (pdf)
  • Carole Pateman, "Defending Prostitution" (pdf)
  • Belle de Jour (wikipedia entry)

Quiz Questions

  • How does Ericsson respond to the sentimentalist charge?
  • What is the feminist charge, and how does Ericsson respond to it?
  • How does Pateman respond to Ericsson?

Synopsis