Neighbor of Man Accused of Having Sex With Deceased Woman Says She "Was Always Compliant"
Her comments were immediately met with backlash from people who accused her of victim-blaming.
A neighbor of a man accused of having sex with a deceased woman is speaking out in his defense, saying she "was always compliant" with him. The neighbor, who has not been identified, made the comments to the local newspaper, the Tulsa World. She said that she had known the accused man for several years and that he was always "very nice" to her. She also said that she had never seen any signs that he was capable of violence.
The neighbor's comments have been met with backlash from people who accuse her of victim-blaming. They say that her comments are insensitive and that they disregard the fact that the woman was unable to consent to sex because she was dead. They also say that her comments perpetuate the myth that victims of sexual assault are somehow responsible for their own victimization.
The neighbor's comments are a reminder that victim-blaming is a serious problem. Victim-blaming occurs when people blame the victim of a crime for the crime that was committed against them. This can happen in a variety of ways, such as by saying that the victim was "asking for it" or that they "should have known better." Victim-blaming is harmful because it can make victims feel ashamed and guilty, and it can discourage them from reporting crimes.
It is important to remember that victim-blaming is never okay. If you see or hear someone victim-blaming, please speak out against it. You can also support organizations that work to end victim-blaming.
Here are some things you can do to help end victim-blaming:
- Be aware of the language you use. Avoid using language that blames victims, such as "she was asking for it" or "he should have known better."
- Educate yourself about victim-blaming. Learn about the different ways that victim-blaming can occur, and the harmful effects it can have on victims.
- Speak out against victim-blaming. If you see or hear someone victim-blaming, please speak out against it. You can do this by speaking up in person, or by posting about it on social media.
- Support organizations that work to end victim-blaming. There are a number of organizations that work to end victim-blaming. You can support these organizations by donating money, volunteering your time, or spreading the word about their work.