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Pornography is a multi-billion
dollar industry in the United States alone, but serious discussion of
the issue is rare. Is it degrading to women, or empowering? Is it an addictive
and destructive habit, or a window to a fun fantasy world? In this intelligent
and multi-faceted debate, all aspects of the Pornography issue are discussed
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Ron
Jeremy is the world’s best known adult film star,
appearing in over 1800 films and directing more than 100 more. He
is equally well known for his appearances in mainstream media, including
VH-1’s The Surreal Life. Sometimes called the “clown
prince” of Porn, Ron is actually quite informed and articulate
on the subject and his industry’s practices to keep it safe
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Born
in New York, Ron taught High School special
education before getting into adult films, and has a master’s
degree from Queens College.
Ron’s adult films and mainstream work have earned him an incredibly
loyal legion of fans worldwide, and enabled him to reach a level
of celebrity unsurpassed in the history of pornography.
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Feminist
Porn Star, Nina Hartley, first as a dancer
in San Francisco and then as a performer in adult videos, has put
her body on the line in support of her ideas about sexuality, feminism,
personal liberation and social responsibility. |
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the 600-plus video and film titles she has made, her two decades
of dance tours, her celebrated role in the film "Boogie Nights" and
her thousands of personal appearances, she has become the most enduringly
popular star in the history of the medium.
The
vital message of sexual optimism embodied in her performing life
has touched many other lives, as the constant flow of testimonial
letters and the long lines at her autograph signings continue to
demonstrate. She lectures on campuses across the country
and has contributed extensively to anthologies regarding sex and
feminism. Her publishing credits include Sex Work: Writings by Women
in the Sex Industry. Whores and Other Feminists, and Tricks and
Treats: Sex Workers Write About Their Clients.
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Susan
Cole is an author, playwright, and activist. She is the
senior entertainment and books editor at NOW magazine, Canada’s
premier news and entertainment weekly. Susan has been very active
in the anti-pornography movement since the 70s. She has written
extensively on the issue, including her books Power Surge: Sex,
Violence and pornography, and Pornography and the Sex Crisis. |
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Craig
Gross , As a young pastor in Southern California, Craig
Gross began to notice a recurring theme among those he cared for
- a struggle with pornography. Boldly and courageously, he decided
to address the root of the problem, so he went to the porn industry
to ask some questions. This passion led him to start XXXchurch.com,
a website devoted to telling the truth about porn. |
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Michael
Leahy, recovered pornography addict and founder of the
anti-pornography group Bravehearts. His porn obsession cost him
his 13 year marriage, his job, and his family of two boys. He shares
openly and honestly his personal experiences with Internet porn
abuse, the role it played in his lifelong battle with sexual addiction,
and his message of hope for others struggling with sexual issues. |
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