The Hunting Ground - epidemic of sexual assault in the US, specifically on college campuses

Did anyone watch this documentary on CNN? Incredible.

It was so deeply moving. And infuriating. Not sure where to begin.

Why is it so common in our culture to respond to victim's claims by blaming them? Asking the victim to bear responsibility?

Why are they so often accused of lying?

This particular film is about university campuses. it's disgusting but sadly not unbelievable that money and reputations inarguably play major roles.

How can we as a species evolve beyond the depravity? I think starting conversation about it is a good start. Being aware. Spreading awareness. Being open, honest, real.

Also, Saturn in Sagittarius = holding institutions of higher education responsible for their actions. In the case of this film, the epidemic is that there is an insane problem with shushing the cries of victims who have been reaching out for help.

Hell. yes. Saturn.

Be aware that the "depravity" is on both sides of the coin:

http://www.salon.com/2014/04/06/the_duke_lacrosse_rape_scandal_the_definitive_account/

http://www.slate.com/articles/double_x/doublex/2014/09/false_rape_accusations_why_must_be_pretend_they_never_happen.html

And from overseas:

http://www.theguardian.com/law/2014/dec/01/109-women-prosecuted-false-rape-allegations

Food for thought, no?

Posted by CancerOnTheCusp
Be aware that the "depravity" is on both sides of the coin:

http://www.salon.com/2014/04/06/the_duke_lacrosse_rape_scandal_the_definitive_account/

http://www.slate.com/articles/double_x/doublex/2014/09/false_rape_accusations_why_must_be_pretend_they_never_happen.html

And from overseas:

http://www.theguardian.com/law/2014/dec/01/109-women-prosecuted-false-rape-allegations

Food for thought, no?

Food for thought absolutely. In fact, the reason these questions even came to my mind is because, I'm extremely ashamed to admit, I pretty much assumed that the instances of victims "lying" were kind of common. Pure, utter ignorance on my part. Never really put that much thought into it. My best explanation goes back to a high school party where I remember an acquaintance girl we all knew to be promiscuous claimed rape. Our response was kind of like, "Maybe she was I guess.. but you know how she is." I feel like a complete asshole for being so ignorant.

Have you seen this film? It is very well done. These ladies and a few men are not lying. (Imo.) It claims over 100 schools are currently under investigation for sweeping this problem under the rug.

Also COTC, I believe in astrology.. and I think this film being released at the beginning of Sagi Saturn suggests that the schools are being held accountable and that the victims are telling the truth.