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E. Michael Jones

Libido Dominandi: Sexual Liberation and Political Control

"Libido Dominandi: Sexual Liberation and Political Control" by E. Michael Jones is a thought-provoking and controversial exploration of the relationship between sexual liberation and political control. The book argues that the sexual revolution of the 1960s was not a spontaneous movement for personal freedom, but rather a deliberate campaign by elites to increase their power and control over society. Jones argues that the sexual revolution was orchestrated by a group of intellectuals, politicians, and business leaders who saw in the loosening of sexual mores a way to break down traditional social structures and consolidate their own power. By promoting sexual liberation, these elites were able to undermine the authority of the church, the family, and other traditional institutions, and replace them with a new order based on consumerism and the pursuit of individual pleasure. The book is divided into three parts, each of which explores a different aspect of this argument. The first part examines the intellectual and cultural forces that drove the sexual revolution, including the work of Sigmund Freud, Alfred Kinsey, and Hugh Hefner. The second part looks at the political and economic consequences of the sexual revolution, including the rise of the welfare state, the breakdown of the family, and the growth of the pornography industry. The third part offers a critique of the sexual revolution from a Catholic perspective, arguing that the only way to resist the dominance of the libido is to return to a traditional understanding of human sexuality. Throughout the book, Jones draws on a wide range of sources, including historical documents, academic studies, and firsthand accounts, to build his case. While some of his arguments are certainly controversial, and may not be accepted by all readers, there is no denying the depth of his research or the persuasiveness of his writing. Overall, "Libido Dominandi" is a fascinating and challenging book that will be of interest to anyone concerned with the relationship between sexuality and power. While some may disagree with Jones's conclusions, there is no denying the importance of the questions he raises, or the urgency of the issues he addresses...