I don't even like pageants or dance competitions for kids, at least until they're teens and have a little better idea of who they are, and the fact that there are disgusting people out there. No, I'm not sexualizing kids. Of course, no one should. Absolutely, teach your kids that everyone should be respected. But we shouldn't act as if the works is perfect. There are age always will be, creeps watching your kids.
I think they’re exploitative and disgusting, personally :-)