The Struggles of Dealing with Online Censorship

[MartinJH]

I feel this post may get deleted. This made me chuckle, though (and slightly weep :/);

 

[Evo]

I feel this post may get deleted. This made me chuckle, though (and slightly weep :/);

Not much to discuss, but the scientist showed lack of judgement.

 

[Astronuc]

Certainly Taylor made a poor choice in wardrobe for that particular occasion, or at least he was thoughtless. I'd probably get reprimanded if I wore such a shirt to work, and I could possibly get suspended, as it would be a violation of practices in the workplace.

I think there is various possible discussion - e.g., trends in the media, especially the media that promotes/exploits Kim Kardashian, or other troubled individuals.

There could also be a discussion on the impact of Taylor's apparel. Look at how to news organization report on the event.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/science/space/11232986/Matt-Taylors-sexist-shirt-and-the-day-political-correctness-officially-went-mad.html
"Matt Taylor's sexist shirt and the day political correctness officially went mad"
"All eyes should have been on Rosetta and Philae's voyage to Comet 67P [I agree]. Instead offence-hunters were looking at a scientist's kinky shirt [In general, I disagree, but perhaps some were]."

Atlantic tech writer Rose Eveleth: "No no women are toooootally welcome in our community, just ask the dude in this shirt." Astrophysicist Katie Mack: "I don't care what scientists wear. But a shirt featuring women in lingerie isn't appropriate for a broadcast if you care about women in science. New York blogger, James DiGioia: Technology advances while society remains decidedly retrograde.

The Telegraph seems rather dismissive of the effect/impact of Taylor's choice of apparel for a public discussion. I don't think some scientists who took offense had actually gone looking for offense. I can expect some women scientists were rightfully offended. I would certainly wonder about a colleague who would wear such attire in a professional setting, and I'm sure management where I work would be apoplectic if someone were to show up at a press conference dressed as Taylor did.

http://www.theguardian.com/science/2014/nov/14/rosetta-comet-dr-matt-taylor-apology-sexist-shirt
Taylor’s gaudy clothing, including images of semi-naked women, sparked a row over his wardrobe and infuriated fellow scientists.

 

[gfd43tg]

Thought this was micromass

 

[tzimie]

Where I can download the image of his t-shirt? I want to print it and to wear it to support the poor guy.

 

[nsaspook]

I need to get one before my trip to the keys but I would never wear something like this to work even in a shipyard if there was any possibility of public exposure on official business. It's hideous.
https://www.alohaland.com/whats-new/new-gunner-girls-sold-out

 

[mheslep]

Not much to discuss, ...

Well there's finding out how to get one of those shirts.

 

[mheslep]

Where I can download the image of his t-shirt? I want to print it and to wear it to support the poor guy.

http://c4.nrostatic.com/sites/default/files/newgunnergirlstshirt.jpg

 

[tzimie]

Thank you!
yes, I am male chauvinist pig and I am proud of it!

 

[jmeps]

Poor taste? Maybe.
Poor taste/just plain dumb at work? Probably.
Sexist? No way did he think that far ahead.
Cool shirt? If you're a hater, definitely not.
Some people will always find something to complain about, he was the target on this one.
Move on people, nothing to see here.

P.s. Would I spend that much on a shirt? Highly unlikely.

 

[Mmm_Pasta]

I wouldn't wear a shirt like that, but it does make for some neat tattoo artwork.