Sexy Politics

When it comes to sex and the political world, it usually has to do with a politician admitting to the nation that he had relations with either an intern or a high priced prostitute. Ever since Bill Clinton famously stated that he “did not have relations with that woman, Ms. Lewinsky,” sex has become an integral part of the politics in America and abroad. When most people today think of sex and politics, they think of such examples stated above. However, the Australian Parliament’s new political party, the Sex Party. According to Breitbart, this new political party is “describing itself as "serious about sex" the party sees itself as a political response to the sexual needs of Australians in the face of moral campaigners and prudish politicians.” Although the primary reason that this particular political organization came to power was due to the mandatory internet filter that has been debated in the Australian Parliament, the idea of a political party forming on the basis of reproduction is a cause for debate.

While there are many special interest groups dedicated to many different industries, the issue of sex has been taboo in the political realm and should not be ignored. In fact, I believe that this party created in Australia will have a positive affect for many different nations. With the infusion of sex into not only the political world but also in pop culture, this issue must be addressed by the government. Many television networks such as CBS, ABC and NBC have used sex in every new television shows. Recently a sociological study showed that teens that watch shows such as Sex and the City have been showed to increase sexual behavior in teens. With this trend expected to increase over the coming years, I feel that this issue must be addressed by the government. Now, I’m not suggesting that we begin to censor any current aspects of pop culture just yet. Instead, I feel that the government must take a stance in order to avoid any confusion that the American people might have regarding sex. I don’t foresee a new national party forming like the one in Australia but rather, I see some bill being introduced that may bring up the same debate in Australia.