what you posted MtheGm was -

"If all rape victims are to be equally pitied, does it not detract from the proper sympathy for, & rage that should be felt on behalf of, the victim of a real brutal stranger-rape ~ the very worst sort"~

" I don't think it fair to the victims of the worst sorts (you will surely agree that some are worse than others) should not receive more pity/sympathy/empathy/whichever·such·term·one·may·choose than"


If you are the victim of rape there is NO 'very worst sort'

If you are a nonconsensual partner to the act of intercourse it is likely to be a frightening, humilating and painful experience whatever the circumstances - whether that is by a stranger, an acquaintance, friend, work colleague, relative or even an abusing spouse!

To suggest that somehow only the victim of the former is worthy of 'proper sympathy' is grossly insulting to other victims

The victims of non consensual, forcible intercourse, whether male or female, are deserving of respect and sympathy and whatever emotional or medical help they may require as a direct result of a criminal assault.

For those who know their abusers they are much less likely to find understanding from people if the kind of attitudes you promote continue and, in addition, also suffer the feelings of lack of self trust and trust in male friends or family.