Men Against Rape

He is 25 and was caught having sex with a 15 year old female. He is innocent how does he prove it?

Was he having sex with her? I mean, if he was caught in flagrante delicto (Latin: "in blazing offense", a legal term used to indicate that a criminal has been caught in the act of committing a crime), he is toast. And if she testifies against him that there was sexual penetration, he is looking at some jail time.

Here, he cannot plead ignorance. It doesn’t matter if she says she was 18; deception does not alter the fact that she was 15. A lot is going to hinge on how ‘precocious" she was and if the prosecutor can prove intentional criminal intent to decieve, but, again, a very tough sell

1. What social, political, and economic conditions influence gender stratification and violence against women do you have a specific example in each instance?

> gender stratification
That stems from social awareness of these biological facts:
1. Women get pregnant and men don’t
2. Women who aren’t getting pregnant have blood coming out of their you-know-whats several days out of every month, and blood is a magical or vital fluid

Generally, adult women were pregnant and/or nursing all the time. This limited their ability to hunt in hunter-gatherer societies, or the hours they could work the fields in early agricultural societies. They tended to end up in the "gathering" or "processing" (cooking) roles.

> violence against women
Check out the Old Testament of your Bible. During the invasion of the Promised Land, the Israelites were a fierce warlike people.
1. They practiced polygyny.
2. Families tended to run to boys – that is, more boys were born than girls, and the Bible makes it seem that the ratio was much more lopsided than today’s 105:100 boy-girl ratio.
So you have a lot of young men who have no hope of getting married, ever, because all the girls are marrying rich old farts.
You’d be getting a lot of youthful rebellion, rape, and homosexuality (see Sodom and Gomorrah and prisons — societies with an excess of unhitched males). So the rich old fart Israelis came up with the brilliant plan of sending their excess young men off to war.

Well, guess what? Training young men to kill leads to a lot of callous young men. You can read about how they put most of their captives to the sword. And how the veterans who were unmarried were allowed to pick beautiful women from among the captives to be their wives. You can imagine the arguments that went on in those households: "I should have picked the other girl! I should have put you to the sword when I had the chance… and guess what? I STILL HAVE MY SWORD."

This was a "violence against everyone" society — Moses and Aaron and their thugs the Levites killed pretty much all of THEIR OWN people who disagreed with Moses (seriously, check out the Old Testament). This nutty violent society was a patriarchy. Too often, violence gets passed down as bullying of those who are less able to fight back, in this case the adult women who were always pregnant or nursing.

"Reclaim The Night is a self-identified women-only march, held in London each year, campaigning for an end to violence against women."

Who’s idea was it to make it women-only? Does anybody know why feminists might organize a march against male violence against women, then make it women-only? In other words, feminist men, who completely agree with the cause should not attend?

http://www.reclaimthenight.org/index.html

This seems very hypocritical for me. Why should sex matter here?

Possibly they feel more stronger with it being only women. Just a guess im a woman who wouldn’t mind a man to help deliver the message.

Jane Velez Mitchell who hosts the show Issues on HLN said that on one episode. She believes that there is a war on women.

Random crimes that have no connection to each other can not be called "terror tactics", nor are random acts that have no connection to each other constitute a "war". You don’t assume that mother nature is at "war" with us just because random wind storms destroy people’s homes, for example.

A "terrorist act"is a preplanned attack designed to achieve some larger political goal, and it is usually part of a larger plan. I don’t believe that people who get into a physical altercation in a heat of passion are committing a predetermined political act as part of some coordinated grand scheme by some invisible patriarchal organization to subjugate women. I’m not some conspiracy theory nut. Believe it or not, men do not hold weekly meetings about how best to oppress women, nor do we go to training camps to learn the latest "wife beating" techniques.

"About 37 percent of all domestic abuse victims are men, according to Denver clinical psychologist Jeanne King, who is author of "Abused Men." She co-founded the education advocacy group, Partners in Prevention".
http://abcnews.go.com/Health/josh-hilberling-pushed-window-dies-alleged-male-spousal/story?id=13813096
Woman pushes man out of the window – what has strength got to do with it?
Every public announcement I’ve seen potrays men as abuser, women as victims. I would suggest the majority of men stay silent on the abuse from their wife.
If a woman has a knife or attacks by surprise while he’s asleep, strength is irrelevant.

It’s to do with stereotypes/prejudices.

Lets get the first part straight, the ""men are stonger" argument is nonsense because men cannot hit back anyway or we get arrested.

If you say women are violent it goes against the social acceptance and challenges notions of femininity (women are caring) but if women say men are violent it is moving with the flow of societies acceptance of masculinity (men are aggressive beasts).

Also men are not raising awareness of women being abusive so feminists are only too happy to institutionalize prejudiced view of domestic abuse being only ever male on female.

Also men do not come forweard because unlike women we have a dilemma, a) hit the woman back in self defence and get arrested as a perpetrator of domestic abuse or b) don’t hit back and call for help to be told on the phone that you are weak and pathetic and "grow a pair".

Also feminists always omit the fact that when men call for help most of the phone numbers men ring are women’s shelters and most of them just don’t accept men into them (discrimination) so men simply do not have as many services and phone number to call as women so of course it’s going to look like men are not experiencing abuse if we don’t know who to call.

Often in the realm of domestic violence to this point, men have had to fend for themselves, and even some women who are sympathetic to the needs of male victims of domestic violence tend to favor the current approach of treating the female victims of domestic violence first and foremost.

Indeed, I’ve yet to hear about domestic violence shelters which, even when empty, welcome the men who have been abused: it is still standard practice to subsidize their stay at a local motel, and give them a number to call for help.

And then I read something like the account of a domestic assault by Amanda Craig in the UK, and I wonder why society isn’t doing more to be there for male victims of violence. To summarize what she endured: she heard the sound of a girl beating a boy…and even acknowledged that had it been the other way around, she would’ve called the police. She went out to interject in the altercation, and was physically assaulted by the girl, who unapologetically acknowledged that she feels she can beat on her boyfriend whenever she wants to.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-1394143/In-terrifying-leading-novelist-Amanda-Craig-describes-random-brutal-attack-left-fearing-shed-blinded.html?ito=feeds-newsxml

The point is that, whether feminists or others believe or not, men are increasingly victims of domestic assault, and increasingly it is women who are the perpetrators of that assault. Between 8% and 23% (depending upon the locale) of domestic violence is perpetrated against men, but an Oregon based domestic violence group suggests that the extent of domestic violence against men is more like 40%: the stigma associated with reporting that you were beaten up by a woman silence male victims of domestic violence.

So my question is, do you think the time has come for a proper allocation of resources, so that male victims of domestic violence can receive the same level of support as female victims? Should men be turned away from domestic violence shelters when there is available space, simply because there is a priority given to treating the female victims of domestic violence? And what will it take before victims rights advocates admit to themselves as everyone else just how significant a problem this is becoming?
It fascinates me that male feminists cannot answer simple questions…so I’ll pose it again: do you think the time has come for a proper allocation of resources, so that male victims of domestic violence can receive the same level of support as female victims? Should men be turned away from domestic violence shelters when there is available space, simply because there is a priority given to treating the female victims of domestic violence? I’ll leave the last question, since I don’t expect an answer from most of you.

But I do want to thank the male feminists for proving a point of mine: feminists aren’t interested in equality. When faced with questions about domestic violence against men, they skirt the issue and attack the numbers, rather than actually answering the questions.
@ J.R. – Ah, you’re referring to Crystal Mangum…did you know that since that case, she has been in constant trouble with the law, had a series of charges against her, served less than three months in prison…and is now awaiting trial for killing her boyfriend? Ah, but y’know…women NEVER hurt men!
@ Aisha: So the man who is being abused by his wife deserves to have no options for safety or shelter from her because women were mistreated in the past? Is that really your answer?

Most men can beat up a woman, men generally are much more stronger and have higher levels of testosterone. I think that part of the reason why men in abuse relationships don’t defend themselves is because they are afraid that if they hit the woman then she will press charges against him and he will land in prison for domestic abuse. Let’s face it, if a woman and a man came to a hospital and the man said that he hit her in self defense it wouldn’t go through so well because am sure she will be battered and claim he came at her first and for some reason the laws favor women in that case.
However no man should be passed up in favor of a woman in the same situation as him that’s just sexist.

Often in the realm of domestic violence to this point, men have had to fend for themselves, and even some women who are sympathetic to the needs of male victims of domestic violence tend to favor the current approach of treating the female victims of domestic violence first and foremost.

Indeed, I’ve yet to hear about domestic violence shelters which, even when empty, welcome the men who have been abused: it is still standard practice to subsidize their stay at a local motel, and give them a number to call for help.

And then I read something like the account of a domestic assault by Amanda Craig in the UK, and I wonder why society isn’t doing more to be there for male victims of violence. To summarize what she endured: she heard the sound of a girl beating a boy…and even acknowledged that had it been the other way around, she would’ve called the police. She went out to interject in the altercation, and was physically assaulted by the girl, who unapologetically acknowledged that she feels she can beat on her boyfriend whenever she wants to.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-1394143/In-terrifying-leading-novelist-Amanda-Craig-describes-random-brutal-attack-left-fearing-shed-blinded.html?ito=feeds-newsxml

The point is that, whether feminists or others believe or not, men are increasingly victims of domestic assault, and increasingly it is women who are the perpetrators of that assault. Between 8% and 23% (depending upon the locale) of domestic violence is perpetrated against men, but an Oregon based domestic violence group suggests that the extent of domestic violence against men is more like 40%: the stigma associated with reporting that you were beaten up by a woman silence male victims of domestic violence.

So my question is, do you think the time has come for a proper allocation of resources, so that male victims of domestic violence can receive the same level of support as female victims? Should men be turned away from domestic violence shelters when there is available space, simply because there is a priority given to treating the female victims of domestic violence? And what will it take before victims rights advocates admit to themselves as everyone else just how significant a problem this is becoming?
It fascinates me that male feminists cannot answer simple questions…so I’ll pose it again: do you think the time has come for a proper allocation of resources, so that male victims of domestic violence can receive the same level of support as female victims? Should men be turned away from domestic violence shelters when there is available space, simply because there is a priority given to treating the female victims of domestic violence? I’ll leave the last question, since I don’t expect an answer from most of you.

But I do want to thank the male feminists for proving a point of mine: feminists aren’t interested in equality. When faced with questions about domestic violence against men, they skirt the issue and attack the numbers, rather than actually answering the questions.
@ J.R. – Ah, you’re referring to Crystal Mangum…did you know that since that case, she has been in constant trouble with the law, had a series of charges against her, served less than three months in prison…and is now awaiting trial for killing her boyfriend? Ah, but y’know…women NEVER hurt men!
@ Aisha: So the man who is being abused by his wife deserves to have no options for safety or shelter from her because women were mistreated in the past? Is that really your answer?

Most men can beat up a woman, men generally are much more stronger and have higher levels of testosterone. I think that part of the reason why men in abuse relationships don’t defend themselves is because they are afraid that if they hit the woman then she will press charges against him and he will land in prison for domestic abuse. Let’s face it, if a woman and a man came to a hospital and the man said that he hit her in self defense it wouldn’t go through so well because am sure she will be battered and claim he came at her first and for some reason the laws favor women in that case.
However no man should be passed up in favor of a woman in the same situation as him that’s just sexist.

O.k. first off let me start by saying all names in this description are fictional, I have changed them so not bring any unnecessary attention to anyone involved. I am just trying to help a friend get some facts straight before they make contact with the proper authorities.

Anna is adopted into a family with that already had two biological children.

Adopted mother and father = Michael and Candy
Their biological children = Abigail and Clark

Anna’s biological mother is the adopted sister of her now adopted father, Michael.

Anna has no real blood connection with adopted family.

Anna grows up watching Michael carry out abusive actions against the oldest child, Abigail.
When Abigail turned 18 and moved away, Michael’s abusive attention then turned to Clark.

When Clark moved, Anna only had a few more months until she graduated and was free herself, but she was already 18.

Anna has been in this family’s care since the age of 7. During this time, never allowed to have a job, obtain her driver’s license, or socialize with any friends outside of ones that attended the family church.

When Clark moved out and the Michael began to behave angrily toward Anna, she packed some things in the middle of the night and left, before he could get a chance to hurt her like her adopted siblings.

The siblings speak of the abuse in conversation, but refuse to step up and help be a witness to the father’s abusive behavior. Both have even gone as far as to say that if they were put on the stand they would lie, because he is their dad and family should stick together no matter what.

Anna was not aware that any of the Domestic Violence centers in her area existed, she genuinely felt that running away was her only option.

Is there any chance for a proper defense to be mounted? The adopted parents have documents and information about Anna’s biological mother, that she wants, and could possibly need in the future, but Michael and Candy refuse to give it to her, and state that if Anna contacts them against they will file a harrassment suit.

This is complicated in the extreme, and to some extent could have been avoided if Anna just spoke up in her school or church, but anyone who has come from a home of abuse understands the confusion and trapped feeling one can feel.

I am not looking for excuses for her, simply trying to see if she has anything to present so that she can obtain information from the adopted parents about her biological mother. She is willing to let go of the few pictures she had of her mother that were left from the night she left, but there are things of a personal and emotional valuable nature she wishes to get back.

Any Ideas?

Thanks

– JF

Hello, Jera,

"Anna" is a legal adult now?

OK. She should go to court and obtain an "Order of Protection" against the other parties.

And, then the judge will order the adoptive parents to return all "official documents" concerning the now adult "Anna" to her control.

And, the Judge will order the adoptive parents to refrain from all contact with "Anna."

It costs "Anna" nothing to do this. She should see the county "district attorney" or "state’s attorney" depending on what they call that person in your state. It is all under "Victims’ Rights" laws.

Best wishes,

Larry Smith
Senior Master Sergeant, USAF (Ret.)
First Sergeant

I would like to donate to a charity whose goal is to prevent and/or treat the consequences of the rape or other sexual abuse (trafficking, etc.) against women and children. The charity could address the problem either within the U.S. or internationally. It could apply to the prostitution of children or the rampant problem of rape as a weapon of war. I would really appreciate your suggestions. Thank you.

Try the United Nations if you’re after a worldwide organisation that is working tirelessly to overcome violence against women and children.
In Australia you could donate to a centre against sexual assault who deliver programs/education and give crisis support to survivors.
In the US try RAINN.
And let’s not forget Amnesty that does amazing things for human rights.
Thumbs up for donating to a cause. Have a great Christmas and New Year.
Wendy

Writing an argumentative paper for English.

You’re thoughts and help are much appreciated

Counter arguments for domestic violence against women? None under the law. The law is pretty clear. Now to argue self-defense is another story, something that the male will have to prove in the case of domestic violence against the female. However, self-defense can sometimes be difficult to prove in court in the case of domestic violence.
Culturally some people consider women as property or second class citizens. Thus violence against them when they mess up is morally and rationally justified in their eyes.