I know smut may seem like a frivolous thing to be upset about, but crushing it is part of fascism. Controlling all forms of sexual expression is fascism. Only allowing certain kinds is fascism. Smut peddlers are always canaries in the coal mines.
Anthony Burgess' novel, "The Wanting Seed" has some very cogent observations on this topic in fictional terms, too.
What, you thought he only wrote "A Clockwork Orange"? :)
Burgess always is. For a nonfiction counterpart on such things, historically speaking, you should also read @jysexton.bsky.social 's books - American Rule & The Midnight Kingdom. He's also got a pretty good podcast.
