There is no absence of commentary on Limbaugh's ingraciously, hypocritically, and pigheadedly insulting Sarah Fluke. If somehow you missed the issue, check Jon Stewart.
I can but heartily agree with Mr. Stewart in each of his astute criticisms of the detractor(s) of Ms. Fluke. Yet something is strangely absent from her defense, whether by Stewart, Obama, or any other reasonable person:
Did I miss the part where we proved there was some fundamental problem with having sex? Sure, the logic behind arguments that more birth control is requested in order to have more sex are fundamentally flawed, but does no one see an issue with an argument against sex per se? Not the choice of timing or partner, but sex per se. Cause I do.
Let's recap how sex can be bad for people: (1) if done incorrectly, it can spread disease, (2) if done inopportunely, it can result in unwanted pregnancy, (3) if done indiscreetly, it can harm one's reputation. Contraception in some form fixes the former two harms, and the latter isn't an inherent problem with sex but rather a result of third parties' reactions to sex.
But, let's please attempt to list the benefits of sex: orgasms, stress release, happiness, orgasms, bonding, improved sleep, improved relationship dynamics (marital or extramarital) and capacity for intimacy, cardiovascular exercise, mental clarity, improved gluteal tone, improved abdominal strength, orgasms, calorie burn, (occasional) enhanced communication, the creation of offspring when desired, lower long term blood pressure, improved immunity, decreased risk of heart attack, decreased pain, reduced prostate cancer risk, decreased incontinence, better sleep, better skin and hair, improved sperm count, stronger nails, fewer zits, orgasms, improved circulation and hydration, fewer cavities (from semen absorption), improved self esteem, increased life span, stronger bones and overall muscle tone, looking younger, improved longevity, reduced breast cancer risk, improved pain tolerance, orgasms...to name but a few.
So, let me reiterate: right wing conservatives are worried that the availability of contraception will cause people to have more sex...and that will lead them to be healthier, better looking, happier people who are less likely to end up with at least three of the top ten causes of death in America? It would be more logical to have government sponsored seminars to teach the game-disabled how to get out and get laid more often.
I can but heartily agree with Mr. Stewart in each of his astute criticisms of the detractor(s) of Ms. Fluke. Yet something is strangely absent from her defense, whether by Stewart, Obama, or any other reasonable person:
Did I miss the part where we proved there was some fundamental problem with having sex? Sure, the logic behind arguments that more birth control is requested in order to have more sex are fundamentally flawed, but does no one see an issue with an argument against sex per se? Not the choice of timing or partner, but sex per se. Cause I do.
Let's recap how sex can be bad for people: (1) if done incorrectly, it can spread disease, (2) if done inopportunely, it can result in unwanted pregnancy, (3) if done indiscreetly, it can harm one's reputation. Contraception in some form fixes the former two harms, and the latter isn't an inherent problem with sex but rather a result of third parties' reactions to sex.
But, let's please attempt to list the benefits of sex: orgasms, stress release, happiness, orgasms, bonding, improved sleep, improved relationship dynamics (marital or extramarital) and capacity for intimacy, cardiovascular exercise, mental clarity, improved gluteal tone, improved abdominal strength, orgasms, calorie burn, (occasional) enhanced communication, the creation of offspring when desired, lower long term blood pressure, improved immunity, decreased risk of heart attack, decreased pain, reduced prostate cancer risk, decreased incontinence, better sleep, better skin and hair, improved sperm count, stronger nails, fewer zits, orgasms, improved circulation and hydration, fewer cavities (from semen absorption), improved self esteem, increased life span, stronger bones and overall muscle tone, looking younger, improved longevity, reduced breast cancer risk, improved pain tolerance, orgasms...to name but a few.
So, let me reiterate: right wing conservatives are worried that the availability of contraception will cause people to have more sex...and that will lead them to be healthier, better looking, happier people who are less likely to end up with at least three of the top ten causes of death in America? It would be more logical to have government sponsored seminars to teach the game-disabled how to get out and get laid more often.
