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We've become an ass-backward society wherein victims are often blamed and it cuts across RKP5637 Dec 2012 #1
We see it here on DU. So much focus is placed on what the VICTIM could/should have done differently PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #2
Exactly!!! n/t RKP5637 Dec 2012 #3
It's interesting that I stumbled on this piece today. PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #4
I could not believe what I was seeing on that thread yesterday, on something that is supposed niyad Dec 2012 #9
I know. it's downright shameful. PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #11
I believe in empowering women as part of the solution Mojorabbit Dec 2012 #36
When the only point you discuss is what the victim could have done differently, you're blaming the PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #38
I disagree Mojorabbit Dec 2012 #39
See, you said "and", so I think we're sort of on the same page. PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #41
And when you say (figuratively) a woman should be able... TheMadMonk Dec 2012 #81
and thinking the majority of rape victims are dressed in scimpy outfit or naked is wishful thinking. seabeyond Dec 2012 #82
Did you read past that which you think you've refuted? TheMadMonk Dec 2012 #88
i just cannot take the time to explain why you are so wrong here. comments like these are pretty seabeyond Dec 2012 #89
And it still comes down to a world full of arseholes. TheMadMonk Dec 2012 #91
This is what baffles me, Sen. Walter Sobchak Dec 2012 #96
exactly. when are we gonna see the real question asked: BlancheSplanchnik Dec 2012 #13
As a woman, I dispute the hypothesis here: women have long been blamed for assaults on them. s-cubed Dec 2012 #14
Agree. That's why I added "I don't think it's a new phenomenon or isolated to sexual abuse, either." PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #15
how is what you said disputing the hypothesis? niyad Dec 2012 #16
I think she's saying that 2012 wasn't 'the year', but that it's always been that way. PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #17
i think like with racism, in the earlier decades starting at 80's it was not pc to say this outloud. seabeyond Dec 2012 #18
I think you're right. As the generation who fought for equal rights ages, those behind it have no PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #21
that part makes sense. guess my caffeine intake today is not optimal yet niyad Dec 2012 #20
Biased & dangerous course shintao Dec 2012 #42
You should be ashamed of yourself. Rape is NOT a crime of sexual desire. PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #43
^^^^ This is an example of victim-blaming ^^^^ PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #44
We don't blame people wearing expensive jewelry when they get robbed. CrispyQ Dec 2012 #49
You, sir, are a misogynistic asshole. n/t backscatter712 Dec 2012 #51
This is why the TOS needs to be revamped obamanut2012 Dec 2012 #52
women 1 in 4-6 chance of rape. men 1 in 73. hardly the same. men 99% rapist. seabeyond Dec 2012 #53
wow. fishwax Dec 2012 #55
I dare you to come say that to my face. a la izquierda Dec 2012 #57
. PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #58
Thanks... a la izquierda Dec 2012 #59
I'm with you! backscatter712 Dec 2012 #61
Just FYI, that poster is no longer with us. Warren DeMontague Dec 2012 #84
Ahh, a good thing! a la izquierda Dec 2012 #86
"She had it coming" is something only misogynisic assholes infer. Starry Messenger Dec 2012 #63
So women should not be allowed out unless they are wearing SomethingFishy Dec 2012 #65
I have every bit as much right to go where I want when I want as any man. duffyduff Dec 2012 #66
Wrong, and incredibly hurtful to rape survivors. Ms. Toad Dec 2012 #67
Thank You So Much For Stating That. Ikonoklast Dec 2012 #70
So, if speaking your mind gets you badly beaten, it's your own fault then? Scuba Dec 2012 #71
So Sharia law would well for you? All women keep everything covered up or they are asking for it? L0oniX Dec 2012 #72
Uh, no ornotna Dec 2012 #73
How About Dragging Yourself Into The 20th Century? Paladin Dec 2012 #74
He'll have to do that from the grave... PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #75
When I was raped I was at home in my own bed, suffering from pneumonia. LeftyMom Dec 2012 #77
Fuck you for wearing that avatar you didn't earn, you shitbird. Stinky The Clown Dec 2012 #78
Fuck this bullshit. liberalmuse Dec 2012 #80
What you are doing is blaming the victim Marrah_G Dec 2012 #85
Found on FB Shadowflash Dec 2012 #87
you are sick Skittles Dec 2012 #90
Was. Past tense. backscatter712 Dec 2012 #94
I tend to think that guys who talk like that Skittles Dec 2012 #95
bss ackwards kardonb Dec 2012 #29
Definitely!!! I'm absolutely amazed as we move into the 21st century that this backward crap still RKP5637 Dec 2012 #30
Exactly! nt Mojorabbit Dec 2012 #40
Kick. Heidi Dec 2012 #5
“myth that women are responsible for men’s sexual behaviour." ProfessionalLeftist Dec 2012 #6
good piece, thanks. they are the American Taliban, indeed. PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #7
Well worth the time to read! CrispyQ Dec 2012 #47
K. And R. n/t Mister Ed Dec 2012 #8
Another aspect, IMHO, is that ... LisaLynne Dec 2012 #10
very good points, thank you. PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #12
i think the greater fear is the independence and progress women have made and the fear men have seabeyond Dec 2012 #19
I think that's a part of it, but ... LisaLynne Dec 2012 #22
Agreed. The GOP and religious right are masters of manipulating this. PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #23
They really are. LisaLynne Dec 2012 #25
I think we as Democrats are guilty of this, too. And we should take responsibility to change this. PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #28
in the early 2000's my issue was religion and hate on liberals. last couple years it has been hate seabeyond Dec 2012 #32
And, for that, you have my utmost respect. I know you're a strong ally in the fight for women. PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #35
sigh.... and that seabeyond Dec 2012 #37
hrm... see this? PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #50
ya. i just saw it. misogyny is live and well on du. nt seabeyond Dec 2012 #54
Perhaps not so much Major Nikon Dec 2012 #93
i couldnt agree more. nt seabeyond Dec 2012 #24
I also couldn't agree more with your point that it is very far-reaching. LisaLynne Dec 2012 #26
I think all motivation, and hence control, stems from fear ... and the republicans, ... and the RKP5637 Dec 2012 #27
I found a website that says exactly this... PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #31
Hey, thanks for finding/posting that. LisaLynne Dec 2012 #60
"Just-world hypothesis" explains exactly that. NYC Liberal Dec 2012 #97
This was "the year"? It seems like this has been an issue for as long hughee99 Dec 2012 #33
Agreed. We discussed that a bit upthread. PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #34
I guess I've been dreaming all this time Rex Dec 2012 #46
Why the fuck are we going backwards? Rex Dec 2012 #45
Because of people like this: PeaceNikki Dec 2012 #48
women have gained too much freedom and independence. this is the backlash. nt seabeyond Dec 2012 #56
You've gone way too far with your statement! In_The_Wind Dec 2012 #62
sighin' again... lol. that made me chuckle. seabeyond Dec 2012 #68
Can you see beyond . . . In_The_Wind Dec 2012 #69
Ha I believe it! Rex Dec 2012 #83
This has been going on for so long. Behind the Aegis Dec 2012 #64
K&R liberal_at_heart Dec 2012 #76
Rapists should be put to death. liberalmuse Dec 2012 #79
Nothing new here--rape victims have ALWAYS been blamed n/t eridani Dec 2012 #92
The medical student's death in India may be a turning factor. dkf Dec 2012 #98
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