The Timeless Need for Modesty

Rose Montoya’s White House display is an occasion to rediscover an old virtue.

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Rose Montoya arrives on the red carpet for Los Angeles Fashion Week in Los Angeles, Calif., March 18, 2023.

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Much has been said about transgender influencer Rose Montoya’s toplessness on the White House lawn at President Biden’s recent Pride celebration. Montoya was banned from the White House for the display.

Then, something odd happened. Multiple right-wing provocateur types came out in quasi-admiration. Radio host Clay Travis tweeted, “As a first amendment and boobs guy this has me totally shook.” There are more examples, none of which are worth sharing.

Sahar Tartak

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Sahar Tartak

Sahar Tartak is a former summer intern at National Review. A student at Yale University, Sahar is active in Jewish life and free speech on campus.

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