I will explore how subcultural symbols can be used to create strong bonds among individuals within a group while resisting dominant social norms. Subculture is defined as a "group that has beliefs or...
The human body has been used as a site of resistance in many authoritarian contexts throughout history. In Nazi Germany, for example, Jewish prisoners were tattooed to identify them and mark their...
In an authoritarian context, there are many ways that people may express their individuality and independence.
Some of these expressions can be seen as threatening to those who hold power. One way...
Sexual fantasies are often used to cope with feelings of fear, hope, and desire during times of political oppression. Under such conditions, people may feel anxious about their safety, future...
There are several reasons why individuals may choose to keep their sexual desires private, such as fear of judgement, embarrassment, shame, religious beliefs, cultural norms, lack of self-confidence,...
Political ideologies have often been used to control the ways that bodies are presented to public view, from dress codes and hairstyles to nudity and display of affection. This can take many forms,...
This article will discuss how bodies can be used as sites of resistance against authoritarian regimes, specifically focusing on erotic expression as a form of defiance. When living under an...
Eroticized narratives are fictional stories that focus on eroticism and sexual encounters. They can be found in literature, film, television shows, music, art, and even news media. These types of...
Sexual transgressions are often seen as taboo in many cultures around the world.
In some cases, these acts can be used to represent liberation from oppressive political ideologies. This essay will...
During times of political turmoil and unrest, bodies become sites of both physical and symbolic resistance against oppressive regimes. From hunger strikes to public protests, bodies are used to...