Stan Posted April 30, 2008 Posted April 30, 2008 Quote: Far more men than women pay for sex in general (of course). According to Sex for Sale: Prostitution, Pornography, and the Sex Industry by Ronald Weitzer, a 1994 national poll found that 18 per cent of American men and 2 per cent of women had paid for sex. The book also reports a study in 2000 that 10 per cent of British men under age 35 had "bought sex from a prostitute" and 7 per cent of Canadian men reported they had "paid for sex." I read this on www.canoe.ca a Canadian Site.. as s student of Sociology I am eager to find why the gap between Canadian Men 7% and American 18%. Please this thread is NOT about pros/cons of the financial exchange. Americans go to Church way more than Canadians, a HUGE difference. Thoughts anyone?? Source Quote If you receive benefit to being here please help out with expenses. https://www.paypal.me/clubadventist Administrator of a few websites like https://adventistdating.com
Administrators Gail Posted April 30, 2008 Administrators Posted April 30, 2008 LOL This thread is generating a lot of interest, not in comments but in lookie-loos... For those members who are interested in discussing (in a mature, adult manner) sexual topics in depth, we do have a private forum. Due to the nature of the forum, all applicants to the forum are subject to administrative approval. Contact an admin if you would like to be included. Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
Moderators John317 Posted April 30, 2008 Moderators Posted April 30, 2008 Having never been to Canada (except for a few days, about 25 years ago), I can't speak from personal experience about Canadian society. I am wondering about the influence of Canadian TV, advertising, music, general culture, etc. US culture is heavily influenced by Mexican/American and black subculture, for instance. Do you see any big differences in those aspects between Canadian and American life? Are the mores pretty much the same? Quote John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. [17] For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.
Stan Posted April 30, 2008 Author Posted April 30, 2008 In the past 8 years, I think I have only seen 4 mexicans in British Columbia, Canada. Our second language is Chinese, in British Columbia. Very few Africa-Americans, but lot of West Indians (Sig different Culture) TV shows are 80% US based or so There is more nudity on free-to-air TV here, and cable.. The thought of paying for sex is revolting to most guys I know. Prostitution is legal, soliciting is not legal. Not sure how that balances out. Even though we may 'look the same' our culture is quite different.. ie Canada never had any Indian wars. The US had almost a genocide. Gays can marry. Still 7% vs 18% is a HUGE difference. I wonder what NZ is, where females have more sexual partners than elsewhere in the world. Quote If you receive benefit to being here please help out with expenses. https://www.paypal.me/clubadventist Administrator of a few websites like https://adventistdating.com
Moderators John317 Posted April 30, 2008 Moderators Posted April 30, 2008 Did Canada go through anything like what Americans did in the so-called "Sexual Revolution" of the 60s and 70s? Of course, the truth is that our sexual revolution really started in the 1920s, shortly after the First World War. There is no question that this revolution got a boost from World War II. Rock and Roll as well as jazz were both a product and a cause of this revolution. They helped to encourage a certain viewpoint that welcomed sexual openness and made it acceptable to do sexual things that before were discouraged. They made it sound as if you were missing out on life, or that you were "square," if you didn't experience sex with different partners. That kind of thinking became part of our "pop culture." We have many writers like Henry Miller and John Richy who made a virtue out of how many partners a person could have in a single day, and the film business did all it could to surpass them. Of course we also have publications like Playboy, etc., which literally sell the idea that there is nothing wrong with any sexual practice, including paying for it. I have a feeling that Canada is not immune or inexperienced in any of these things, but there is no question that the US sees much more of them. Quote John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. [17] For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.
Moderators Bravus Posted April 30, 2008 Moderators Posted April 30, 2008 (Canadians lie more) Quote Truth is important
Moderators Bravus Posted April 30, 2008 Moderators Posted April 30, 2008 Collectors are always paying for sets. They'll pay a lot of money to complete their sets. It's kind of an obsession. Quote Truth is important
Moderators John317 Posted April 30, 2008 Moderators Posted April 30, 2008 I thought of that too. But the fact that Canadians may not be totally honest about paying for it, and Americans would be more willing to tell the truth about it, itself appears to show that there may be a general difference on this point between the nationalities. Quote John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. [17] For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.
Kountzer Posted April 30, 2008 Posted April 30, 2008 Back when I was young & not in church, I once spent 4 or 5 days in Victoria BC. I had a great time, met a lot of nice and beautiful people, and didn't spend all that much, not like that anyway. didn't have too. DB Quote I prayed for twenty years but received no answer until I prayed with my legs. Frederick Douglass
Moderators John317 Posted April 30, 2008 Moderators Posted April 30, 2008 Yes, the area of Victoria is where I also went once for a relative's wedding, and met lots of nice people, and saw a traditional Canadian wedding. I wasn't there long, but I did notice some differences. I remember the beautiful coast of Canada in that area, too. Quote John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. [17] For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.
Stan Posted April 30, 2008 Author Posted April 30, 2008 I thought of that too. But the fact that Canadians may not be totally honest about paying for it, and Americans would be more willing to tell the truth about it, itself appears to show that there may be a general difference on this point between the nationalities. Wonder why that is... Quote If you receive benefit to being here please help out with expenses. https://www.paypal.me/clubadventist Administrator of a few websites like https://adventistdating.com
Moderators Gerr Posted April 30, 2008 Moderators Posted April 30, 2008 In the past 8 years, I think I have only seen 4 mexicans in British Columbia, Canada.Our second language is Chinese, in British Columbia. Very few Africa-Americans, but lot of West Indians (Sig different Culture) TV shows are 80% US based or so There is more nudity on free-to-air TV here, and cable.. The thought of paying for sex is revolting to most guys I know. Prostitution is legal, soliciting is not legal. Not sure how that balances out. Even though we may 'look the same' our culture is quite different.. ie Canada never had any Indian wars. The US had almost a genocide. Gays can marry. Still 7% vs 18% is a HUGE difference. I wonder what NZ is, where females have more sexual partners than elsewhere in the world. Canadians are better liars, or more FREE sex! Gerry Quote
Moderators John317 Posted April 30, 2008 Moderators Posted April 30, 2008 Originally Posted By: John317 I thought of that too. But the fact that Canadians may not be totally honest about paying for it, and Americans would be more willing to tell the truth about it, itself appears to show that there may be a general difference on this point between the nationalities. Wonder why that is... Hard to tell exactly. Most likely the difference in attitude and behavior is due to a number of factors. Are there leaders, such as mayors, governors and pastors, who have been arrested in Canada for soliciting prostitutes? After the New York governor was arrested, there were quite a few people who argued for the legalization of prostitution so more people could go to them without being punished for it. The attitude was, "What's wrong with going to a prostitute?" Evidently most Canadians believe prostitution should be legal. But yet they must attach a strong negative value to men who go to them. Interesting catch-22. Quote John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. [17] For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.
WayneV Posted April 30, 2008 Posted April 30, 2008 A couple of scenarios crossed my mind. 1) American men are just more perverted than Canadian men. 2) American women are less likely to give it away than Canadian women. Quote WayneV Just remember these words of warning, for they will come to pass all too soon: If you are ever flying through the desert and your canoe breaks down, remember that it takes three pancakes to lift the doghouse, because there ain't nary a bone in ice cream!
Moderators John317 Posted April 30, 2008 Moderators Posted April 30, 2008 A couple of scenarios crossed my mind.1) American men are just more perverted than Canadian men. 2) American women are less likely to give it away than Canadian women. Is this, by any chance, perhaps based on your own personal experience? Quote John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. [17] For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.
Neil D Posted April 30, 2008 Posted April 30, 2008 Originally Posted By: WayneV A couple of scenarios crossed my mind.1) American men are just more perverted than Canadian men. 2) American women are less likely to give it away than Canadian women. Is this, by any chance, perhaps based on your own personal experience? Why are you asking, John? You have experience in this area, don'tcha? [addedum: This is how rumors get started! ] Quote Democracy is a device that ensures we shall be governed no better than we deserve. George Bernard Shaw
Moderators John317 Posted April 30, 2008 Moderators Posted April 30, 2008 Originally Posted By: John317 Is this' date=' by any chance, perhaps based on your own personal experience? [/quote'] Why are you asking, John? You have experience in this area, don'tcha? [addedum: This is how rumors get started! ] No, I never said this was my experience. That is definitely NOT my experience. Quote John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. [17] For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.
Neil D Posted April 30, 2008 Posted April 30, 2008 Yah, I know.... But since you were picking on Wayne, I figured you were "open season" also.... Besides, your shoulders are big enough.... Now, I wonder what Wayne is gonna say......[he says slyly.] Quote Democracy is a device that ensures we shall be governed no better than we deserve. George Bernard Shaw
Moderators John317 Posted April 30, 2008 Moderators Posted April 30, 2008 Honestly I didn't mean to pick on anyone. But now when I go back and reread it, I can see why you thought that's what I was doing. Quote John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. [17] For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.
Moderators Bravus Posted April 30, 2008 Moderators Posted April 30, 2008 My 'Canucks lie' comment was definitely a joke: it wouldn't surprise me at all if, instead, the stats are accurate. Despite being so close geographically, Canada and the US are quite dramatically different socially, and a number of those factors could contribute to this stat. I find Canada much more like Australia socially than I find it like America, but I'm not sure what the stats are in Oz. I wonder whether it relates to the definition of 'sex' a bit too (Paging Dr Clinton ) - perhaps one survey included things like massage services and so on... Quote Truth is important
CyberGuy Posted May 4, 2008 Posted May 4, 2008 What did you expect from a nation of gun owners who have one of the highest murder by gun in the civilized world and who have 1 percent of its population behind bars right now. We may be a christain nation in name only but we are one of the highest in crimes. To much money to much time on our hands where does that lead? Drugs and sex and criminal acts. Quote Riverside CA
Neil D Posted May 4, 2008 Posted May 4, 2008 Every time I see this topic, I keep seeing Re: Praying for Sex It strikes me funny....and NO, I am NOT thinking about it ....well...that much... Quote Democracy is a device that ensures we shall be governed no better than we deserve. George Bernard Shaw
Moderators LynnDel Posted May 4, 2008 Moderators Posted May 4, 2008 My eyes see it that way too, Neil. Yikes. Something's wrong with me! Quote LD
Amelia Posted May 4, 2008 Posted May 4, 2008 Y'all have been over to that other thread too much. Quote <p><span style="color:#0000FF;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">"Do not use harmful words, but only helpful words, the kind that build up and provide what is needed, so that what you say will do good to those who hear you."</span></span> Eph 4:29</span><br><br><img src="http://banners.wunderground.com/weathersticker/gizmotimetemp_both/US/OR/Fairview.gif" alt="Fairview.gif"> Fairview Or</p>
Taylor Posted May 5, 2008 Posted May 5, 2008 My eyes see it that way too, Neil. Yikes. Something's wrong with me! ROFL that is what I saw the first time as well. Quote
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