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In reply to the discussion: So apparently we need to take classes on empathy now [View all]loli phabay
(5,580 posts)28. i saw that bullshit too. wtf ive no idea what world some people live in
I just spent a harrowing day yesterday and every single guy on scene showed plenty of empathy and compassion. I honestly thinknthat some people just dont realise that we are all individuals and not monolithic. Then you get some people who feel they must show themselves to be the only one aware of their problems as a man as if it marks them out as someone special and attuned tonthe universe.
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rape is wrong and abortion should be the decision of the pregnant woman.
Warren DeMontague
Dec 2012
#13
We are all collectively guilty for not answering everything here in this forum. nt
Bonobo
Dec 2012
#23
I get that alot. Along with the "I'm putting the words I wish you would say, in your mouth" move.
Warren DeMontague
Dec 2012
#24
I'm convinced there are those on DU who will use whatever means at their disposal to crush dissent
Major Nikon
Dec 2012
#41
The problem with much of the "rape culture" rhetoric is because we are unequivocally against rape.
lumberjack_jeff
Dec 2012
#34
I still haven't seen a broad sociological 'rape culture' explanation that accounts for
Warren DeMontague
Dec 2012
#38
Although, no one on this planet would be harmed by trying to be more empathic tomorrow
Warren DeMontague
Dec 2012
#40