What is once a hoe always a hoe?

The phrase "once a hoe, always a hoe" is a derogatory and sexually shaming expression. It implies that someone who has engaged in promiscuous sexual behavior is permanently defined by those past actions and cannot change their behavior or be seen as anything other than "a hoe."

It is considered a form of slut-shaming and perpetuates harmful stereotypes about women and sexuality. The phrase is often used to invalidate a person's current relationships or attempts at change, regardless of their current behavior. It reinforces the idea that a person's sexual history is more important than their present character.

The statement is often used in the context of:

• Relationship judgments: Questioning the seriousness or fidelity of someone's current relationship based on their past sexual history.
• Social stigma: Contributing to the shaming and ostracization of individuals perceived as sexually active.
• Power dynamics: Used to assert dominance and control over someone, particularly women, by labeling and demeaning them.

The phrase is widely considered offensive and contributes to a culture of sexual double standards, where women are judged more harshly for their sexual behavior than men. It undermines efforts towards sexual liberation and promotes harmful social norms.

Important subjects:

• Slut-shaming
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