An ignorant and insensitive comment on the post read, “He probably wore something seductive and doesn’t stay one place,” shifting blame onto the male victim or possibly mocking the incident with sarcasm.
This comment mirrors harmful victim-blaming rhetoric often used against women, suggesting that the victim’s behavior or appearance somehow justified the assault. Such a response not only dismisses the gravity of sexual violence but also minimizes the suffering of the victim. It perpetuates damaging stereotypes and trivializes a serious issue that requires empathy and accountability, regardless of the victim’s gender. Sexual violence is a violation of human dignity, and comments like these only deepen the pain for victims and undermine efforts to address the issue responsibly.
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