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Shane Gillis joke sparks debate on women, fashion and sexuality
Original: Robin Abcarian: Shane Gillis' dumb joke raised serious issues about women, fashion and sexuality
Columnist Robin Abcarian argues that a joke by comedian Shane Gillis, though easily dismissed as dumb, brought up serious questions about how women, fashion and sexuality are judged in public life. Her commentary has drawn attention to the line between comedy and commentary, and to the scrutiny women face over their appearance and choices.
Why now: Comedians' jokes about women's appearance continue to fuel debate over taste, sexism and public discourse.
Evidence
- Robin Abcarian: Shane Gillis' dumb joke raised serious issues about women, fashion and sexuality · The Derrick
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