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In reply to the discussion: The Steubenville gang rape case should demand a discussion [View all]MineralMan
(146,282 posts)16. No, I don't think it is one of those basic drives.
I think it is one of those basic excuses people try to use. Putting personal power above others' wishes is the mark of a sociopath. That's not normal, and it's not basic. It's just wrong. Normal people don't have the "need to overpower and debase" anyone. That is the mark of a person who has a real mental issue.
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When I read his post I thought of you, not the candy. I spend waaaay too much time here. nt
msanthrope
Mar 2013
#70
So I guess our imaginary relationship means nothing to you then. GOOD DAY MA'AM! :-P
Guy Whitey Corngood
Mar 2013
#72
Domination is fetishized. In porn and in more ubiquitous examples of rape culture
redqueen
Mar 2013
#35