Reflecting on the readings and the film misrepresentation, why is the sexualization of girls problematic in the US and why does it persist in pop culture?
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Step 1: The sexualization of girls in the US is problematic because it perpetuates harmful gender stereotypes and reinforces the idea that a girl's value is based on her physical appearance and sexuality rather than her intelligence, talents, or character. Show more…
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