Electronic pornography

Pink messaging services
Pornography by telephone
Electronic sex

Nature

Financially, dial-a-porn is good to telephone companies, which keep about a third or half of the revenue the services generate. The privatization of British Telecom and breakup of AT and T in USA have generated premium rate services. Nothing in law restricts what two individuals can say to each other over the telephone. So unless the service provider can be judged somehow guilty of "inciting debauchery", the only way to prevent pornographic telephone services is to close down the entire service category - as France did with chat lines that turned out to be pornographic.

Incidence

In France "pink messages" consist of porno messages designed to put certain Minitel (videotex network) users in touch with each other, or of advertisements for sexually explicit products or services.

Claim

Electronic pornography is a pressing societal issue that undermines mental health, distorts relationships, and perpetuates unrealistic expectations about intimacy. It fosters addiction, impacts self-esteem, and can lead to harmful behaviors, particularly among impressionable youth. The pervasive nature of online pornography normalizes objectification and can contribute to a culture of violence and misogyny. Addressing this problem is crucial for promoting healthy sexual attitudes and protecting individuals from its damaging effects on personal and societal levels.

Counter-claim

Electronic pornography is often overstated as a significant problem. In reality, it serves as a form of adult expression and personal exploration that many individuals engage with responsibly. The focus should be on promoting healthy attitudes towards sexuality rather than demonizing a medium that reflects human curiosity. By fostering open discussions and education, we can empower individuals to make informed choices, rather than succumbing to unnecessary moral panic over a largely benign aspect of modern life.