Ad Bans on Shine

Apparently, sex really does sell

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Can you guess what in god's name they're hawking in this advertisement?

Should sexist ads be banned altogether?

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If you think the sexism in "Mad Men" is offensive, consider this: The E.U. is seeking to ban gender stereotypes in ads. Maybe it was what some considered a depiction of gang rape in the Dolce & Gabbana ad above that broke the proverbial camel's back, but according to the New York Times, the legislature will be actively assessing and slapping companies on the wrist for even minor transgressions. The question is, is it the government's place to regulate such things?

The most sexist ad ever created?

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Tab, the soft drink that helped define and launch a billion-dollar industry, hit shelves in 1963. It was aimed at women who – duh – wanted to enjoy sugary drinks but without all the unsightly weight gain that accompanied them. As such, Tab's ads targeted aspiring "beautiful...