Regardless of the victim s appearance, behavior, judgment or previous actions, the victim is not responsible for the rape or sexual abuse. Rape is an expression of sexual desire. Rape is a violent abuse of power in which one person acts without regard for the pain and trauma inflicted on another. Rape is most often committed by a stranger. Often it is more traumatic because the victim s trust in others and in her own judgment may have been shattered.
Men can t stop themselves when sexually aroused.
Sexual contact on another person without consent is against the law in New York State. Women are asking for it by their dress and actions. No person asks to be hurt or degraded, just as no one asks to be robbed because they are carrying money in their pocket. It is completely wrong. It is never okay to force yourself on another person.