No. You were inflammatory from the get-go, and continued like a bratty, passive-aggressive troll until you got what you wanted. Feh

You are so immature. You pushed and pushed, called names, maligned the commenter and their opinions, totally used mob mentality to bully, and then act surprised when your goal was met. You never wanted to debate, you just wanted to dominate. Well, as wishfulthinking wrote, “ you won.” Whether you should be proud of…

Because there is subtlety! Do you honestly think a 12 year old abusing their 8 year old cousin deserves to be treated the same way as a 50 year old who has been abusing family members for most of their life (and is likely where the 10 year old learned the behavior)? Because if you do, I think that is very limited…

I’m so sorry you’re letting this get to you. It is maddening!

Sadly, it isn’t hordes of supporters. Hell, I created this account specifically so that there would be at least one supporter. Fortunately people are beginning to realize that this is a complex issue worthy of discussion. Maybe by the time I have grandkids I won’t have to worry about the culture of secrecy that this…

This is only how the words come off to someone who is unwilling to accept that this is a complex issue, and deserves to be discussed and researched so that society can better deal with it for everyone involved. How is that a bad thing?

I’ve read this whole thread, and while you are using wishful thinking’s words, your interpretation is very rudimentary.

It’s not worth it. I just attempted to write a reply to burninhelen, but halfway through I realized exactly what the response would be and quit. But I am glad to see this argument out there!

You could interpret it this way, but

Yes it is. Especially if the perpetrator is also a child. Likely it is learned behaviors which means they are also a victim.

Oh shit, I just realized this wasn’t the best name to use, but it was my roller derby name...

I just created an account so I could star your comment. It is not a very popular opinion. But humane, rational opinions seldom are when it comes to such a fraught issue. The good news is, I think the tide is beginning to change. People are beginning to realize that sexuality and sexual behavior are complex issues -…