A celebrated performance artist's mesmerizing riffs on sex in American politics. Based on her widely praised performance pieceUnicorn Gratitude Mystery ("Wickedly funny," as described byThe New York Times), Karen Finley'sGrabbing Pussy explores the Shakespearean dynamics that surface when libidos and loyalties clash in the public and private personas of Donald Trump, Hillary and Bill Clinton, Huma Abedin and Anthony Weiner, and now Harvey Weinstein. Standing in the tradition of Allen Ginsberg'sHowl, Finley's words jolt the reader into new insights about the ways the darkly private can drive the public realm in dizzying twists and turns. The aggression of intimacy, the disparity of gender, and the vital importance of hair are all encompassed in Finley's exhilarating canter.
A gender-inclusive anthology of poetry and prose that addresses the physical and psychological act of being “grabbed,” or in any way assaulted. The #MeToo movement, the infamous Access Hollywood tape, and the depraved and hypocritical actions of celebrities, politicians, CEOs, and other powerful people have caused people all over the nation to speak out in outrage, to express allegiance for the victims of these assaults, and to raise their voices against a culture that has allowed this behavior to continue for too long. The editors asked writers and poets to add to the conversation about what being “grabbed” means to them in their own experience or in whatever way the word “grabbed” inspired them. What they received are often searing, heart-rending works, ranging in topic from sexual misconduct to racial injustice, from an unwanted caress to rape, expressed in powerful, beautifully crafted prose and poetry. The writers represented here, some very well known, such as Rita Dove, Jericho Brown, Eileen Miles, Ana Menendez and Sapphire, as well as some newer voices not yet fully discovered, have mined their collective experiences to reveal their most vulnerable moments, and in some cases, to narrate moments that they have had previously been unwilling or unable to speak of. What results is a collection of emotional, hard-hitting pieces that speak to the aftermath of violation—whether mental, emotional, or physical.
Highly relevant! Perhaps one of the most relevant pieces of writing out there today. An instant landmark classic of indecency that means more than it says. This book is not for the faint of heart and great caution and maturity should be observed if you must venture into it. Sophisticated readers, however, will find the terrible ideas of our hero, "Mr. Crump," devilishly entertaining. Seriously though, this book is a crude social commentary on the character of our most newly elected president. The book consists of maniacal visions and advice on how to sexually assault women. Its purpose is to call into question the nature of abusive rhetoric and our willingness to be complacent in the face of it. Furthermore, it demands accountability not only from our so called "president," but from those of us who elected him as well. The book is written in a racist and misogynistic tone, and there is plenty of vulgarity to go around. It is mostly founded on the premise of the superiority of white men. The narrative takes full advantage of the attitude against political correctness and openly addresses issues that are often hard to discuss. There are themes of race, gender, xenophobia, white supremacy and idiocy that will keep any student of philosophy entertained. The book is insulting to the reader, but it is all part of the act. Mr. Crump treats the subject of sexual harassment as a sport and outlines tactics and criteria for playing such a sport. He references the sexual revolution of the '60s, deranged ideas about penis envy, and male sexual entitlement. He advises against falling in love and warns men about the strength of the weaker sex. He is an avid advocate of sexual dominance, and to that effect he proposes the ideas of money, power, race, good looks, and the right mental attitude as fundamental to achieving that goal. Crump goes on to clearly detail "how to grab women by the pussy." He talks about how to get started: where to train, what to expect, how to choose your victims. He establishes levels of difficulty in the game, and how to overcome those challenges. Heavily influenced by pop culture, Crump references several movies and news stories of the scandalous sort: Schwartzenegger's love child, Bill Cosby's allegations of sexual abuse, etc. Finally, Crump admits that in his game, as fun as it may be, there will always be a price to pay. He admonishes the reader of the consequences of engaging in such foul behavior, and concludes by predicting the rise of Trump. In spite of its silliness and shameful content, this book should not fail to challenge our notions about truth and decency. When filth, deceit and arrogance become a source of entertainment and leverage rather than condemnation, then it's time to start asking some serious questions about ourselves. There are things, awful, terrible things. festering under the surface of seemingly innocent boys' locker room talk. And these are things that we really must have a conversation about. The subject matter of this book is not to be taken seriously. However, what should be taken seriously is the fact that it exists, and that its source of inspiration is none other than the president of the United States. All in all, if there is one thing that the success of this book will do is prove one of the most valued tenets of the United States; a principle that Trump's own election has come to endorse. And that is that anything is still possible in this great country of ours.
Donald Don't Grab that Pussy is a beautifully illustrated 24 page book finishing up with an activity where your child names animals. Through the guidance of Michelle Obama and her 5 animal friends, young Donald Trump learns to use his tiny hands in a kind way that promotes the importance of treating life with respect and care. Your children will love this fun spirited accessory for any library or coffee table. Animals Donald meets: Pussy Cat Rex the Dog Hamster Pony (At the Covfefe Ranch) Bird Great book for your kids while you read Fire and Fury.
Including 25 close art illustrations of vaginas! On October 7, 2016, during the 2016 United presidential election, The Washington Post released a video and accompanying article about Donald Trump and Billy Bush having "an extremely lewd conversation about women" in 2005. In the video, Trump indicated that he might start kissing a woman that he and Bush were about to meet during the filming of an episode of Access Hollywood, a show owned by NBCUniversal. Trump then said: "I don't even wait. And when you're a star, they let you do it, you can do anything ... grab them by the pussy." The recording provoked strong reactions by media figures and politicians across the political spectrum. Thousands of people - many wearing pink 'pussy hats' - have turned out in support of women's rights in Washington DC as part of a show of action on Donald Trump's first day as US president.
Why cry when you can laugh (and cry)? Read hundreds of full-color cartoons chronicling the absurdities, the tragedies, and the significance of the horrible, terrible, no-good 2016 presidential election. From the moment Jeb Bush, Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders, and the "Republican Clown Car" launched the election season, to the moment the electoral college declared Donald Trump the winner. This book features award-winning editorial cartoons by Darrin Bell, along with election-related comic strips selected from his two newspaper strips, "Candorville" and "Rudy Park."
