What you described is exactly the problem I see. The fear of the entire argument flopping to the other extreme.
But let’s be honest here: ignoring the truth because you can’t handle the truth (or are afraid of not being able to handle it) is wrong. It’s hypocrisy. And I’m actually relatively sure that you alienate a lot of people in the middle of the extremes because they can see the willful ignorance behind the argument. That means, you’re losing supporters.
Just look at how vile I’m being attacked here. There’s not even a hint of trying to understand my point. Just “not my line, must be the enemy”. That’s bonkers and not helpful.
Because your point is fucking stupid at best and harmful at worst. Women take self defense classes, go to the restroom in pairs, barely trust their male friends, and are terrified of traveling alone even if it’s for something like work. Why? Because they know how easy it is to “put themselves in a position to be vulnerable.” And you want to keep rubbing it in? Make them even more responsible than they already feel subconsciously? Fuck you. It’s not helpful. Instead of grandstanding for rape victims to take responsibility just shut up. It’s free and you won’t have so many people calling you a rape apologist.
What you described is exactly the problem I see. The fear of the entire argument flopping to the other extreme.
But let’s be honest here: ignoring the truth because you can’t handle the truth (or are afraid of not being able to handle it) is wrong. It’s hypocrisy. And I’m actually relatively sure that you alienate a lot of people in the middle of the extremes because they can see the willful ignorance behind the argument. That means, you’re losing supporters.
Just look at how vile I’m being attacked here. There’s not even a hint of trying to understand my point. Just “not my line, must be the enemy”. That’s bonkers and not helpful.
Because your point is fucking stupid at best and harmful at worst. Women take self defense classes, go to the restroom in pairs, barely trust their male friends, and are terrified of traveling alone even if it’s for something like work. Why? Because they know how easy it is to “put themselves in a position to be vulnerable.” And you want to keep rubbing it in? Make them even more responsible than they already feel subconsciously? Fuck you. It’s not helpful. Instead of grandstanding for rape victims to take responsibility just shut up. It’s free and you won’t have so many people calling you a rape apologist.
what is the truth and what is the other extreme?