Anyone who lives in the UK is more than likely to have come accross the Sun newspaper, somewhere. Opportunities are endless to stumble across a copy whether it be at the bustop, on the train or even at work. Also, anyone who has chanced to open its pages would have been greeted by the sight of two female breasts (and usually of the larger variety) on page 3 of the newspaper. You couldnt miss it if you tried.
The Sun newspaper parades itself as a sports publication, so its usually as a surprise to an unsuspecting foreigner like myself to open the pages and be affronted by breasts. Now, I dont mind breasts at all, afterall, I have a pair myself, but what I found disturbing was the way women were depicted as being silly, brainless and only about looks. Young girls and grown women already suffer from a lot of self image and confidence issues without having to deal with this as well. Women should be recognised for what they can contribute, for their competence, hardwork and strength rather than being seen as sex objects.
So, if you havent heard already, it gives me great pleasure to announce that the public have seen the last of the exposed breast on page three (in print) after 44 years and I say, 'good riddance'. I am glad that my daughter wont be subjected to the Sexism of page 3. A small victory this may be, but it is a step in the right direction for gender equality and respect of the female. Congratulations to the #nomorepage3 campaigners for work well done. I only wish that the Sun would have replaced the topless women with interviews from successful sports women. What a diffrence that would make.
For more on the story, visit: http://www.theguardian.com/media/2015/jan/19/has-the-sun-axed-page-3-topless-pictures
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