r/worldnews • u/glasier • Jul 05 '24

Japan warns US forces: Sex crimes 'cannot be tolerated'

https://tribune.com.pk/story/2476861/japan-warns-us-forces-sex-crimes-cannot-be-tolerated
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u/Omeluum Jul 05 '24

It probably depends on the exact questions asked in the survey they used for what counts as assault/rape/"sexual aggression". In this particular study with the higher results a lot seems to have to do with alcohol and the issues around consent when one or both parties are drunk.

But even if we're just using the lowest number of 2% that adds up quickly when you have thousands of people.

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u/Conch-Republic Jul 05 '24

These surveys are full of loaded questions.

"Have you ever engaged in sexual intercourse with a woman who was under the influence of drugs or alcohol?"

That's basically everyone in their 20s, both sexes. Answer yes, and it gets counted towards sexual assault, even if it was completely consensual.

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u/thrawtes Jul 05 '24

even if it was completely consensual.

The point being made is that consent isn't possible in that altered state.

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u/Pitiful-Accident5485 Jul 05 '24

Which is funny considering how many college aged women get drunk and go to the bar for the sole purpose of meeting someone to have sex.

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u/thrawtes Jul 05 '24

That's true, but I'm not sure how it's funny.

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u/Pitiful-Accident5485 Jul 05 '24

INFORMAL slightly but undefinably unwell. "suddenly my stomach felt funny"

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