Is Pansexuality Obligatory? (Daniel Kaufman & Robert Gressis)

Feb 24 2020 | 01:15:20

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Show Notes

Robert's essay examining whether pansexuality is obligatory ... Orientation vs. desire ... Is the push for trans rights undermining gay and lesbian rights? ... Dan: Sexual attractions can't be subject to moral scrutiny ... Kant and the malleability of sexual consciousness ... Dan fears the totalitarian impulse ... Trans activists vs. lesbians ...

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