[plug] Internet Oppression (again)

[John Menzies]

I bet the majority of Australians would support the Howard decision on 
censorship.  I for one believe that porno on the web is a blight on the 
industry.  Sure it reflects demand and it is profitable but I bet that the 
public execution of Christians and lion feeding would also be popular if 
the population was suitably educated.

Participation in the industry is exploitative of the participants in 
product - do not tell me that a drug adict high on speed  screwing his or 
brains out is doing so with full consent.  As for child porno which is 
obviously widespread on the net - no more need be said - but it is a 
byproduct of the lack of regualtion and highly exploitative.

I oppose porno from a philosophical persective as it sees the person and 
their unique gifts as more more than a commodity to buy and

Anyone want a coffee and some vigorous discussion during the week?