Asexuality and boundaries in online discourse

In this research, I will analyze the ongoing online discussion about whether or not asexuality can or should be considered queer enough to be included in queer spaces. By combining research based in both discourse analysis and queer theory, this paper offers a unique view not only of asexuality\u27s status in contemporary culture, but also of the way language is used to make statements about who belongs and who doesn\u27t, particularly in online spaces. This work will further explore how ideologies affect the formation of, and discourse between, different groups (van Dijk 2006b: 733-734)