Quote by Kate Millet

Isn't privacy about keeping taboos in their place?

Isn't privacy about keeping taboos in their place?

Summary

This quote suggests that privacy serves as a means to maintain boundaries on socially unacceptable or taboo behaviors. It implies that individuals seek privacy to avoid scrutiny or judgment for engaging in activities or holding beliefs that deviate from societal norms. Privacy provides a space where individuals can freely express, explore, or maintain personal matters that may not conform to conventional standards, allowing them to protect their reputation, maintain autonomy, and preserve their sense of self in a world governed by social expectations.

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Privacy

By Kate Millet

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