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In reply to the discussion: WikiLeaks Founder Julian Assange Says to Leave London Embassy 'Soon' [View all]BainsBane
(53,175 posts)Yes, I used a poor word choice. I live under patriarchy and am influenced by that, as is everyone else in this society. It came out in my use of a word. That was unfortunate, but it does not nearly as defining an accused rapist, as many here have done. Seeking justice does not make women weak. They have a right to have their cases heard. That some continue to convey women asserting their rights as "victimhood" or "helplessness" conveys an idea that women must remain silent, allow men to do as they please--suffer and bear it. That is not strength, that is victimhood, and your assertion that my wanting the same justice they have demanded under the law portrays them as helpless is completely offensive to them.
I would wager if you ask any of those women which they consider worse, calling them a "girl" or making excuses for their rapists, their answers would conflict with your assertions.
If you were so concerned that the alleged victims not be portrayed as helpless, why did you not criticize the poster insisting that the prosecutors had taken advantage of the victim, and that oh the poor woman was ravaged by seeking justice? I think the answer to that is clear. Your concern has nothing to do with the women in the case.
You clearly are put out that anyone suggest Assange be held accountable for the complaint against him. You have no evidence to counter the legal proof, so you turn to transparent personal attacks. That in the process you claim to care about the women in the case is unconscionable.
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