Ah, the middle of February. We all know what that means: Sports Illustrated’s swimsuit issue has arrived.That means that some folks, such as those in the American Decency Association (ADA), will voice concerns about exploitation of women.“Sports Illustrated DISRESPECTS women by displaying demeaning stereotypes of female sexuality,” says the ADA’s website. “The swimsuit issue features women models posed not as athletes of strength, skill, and endurance but as playthings ...”That may be true, but here’s what is also true: We men are also being exploited here.Look, it’s winter.
The Swimsuit Issue