CNN Steubenville Rape
After watching this video, many realities of our generation were revealed. Innocent high school parties are no longer as safe as we thought. To our astonishment getting too drunk is not the only worry. Today’s generations face many additional dangers including sexual assault and media exposure. Our generation needs a reality check. If something as horrific as this is allowed at one party, what can happen at other parties ? We need to really lock down on un-watched parties, and teenagers that are not conscious of good choices. As a group of 6, we thought that we should split up and articulate our different point of views.We will analyze the girls position in the case.
People in favor that the girl has partial fault state:
She is an under-aged juvenile that should not have been intoxicated or even possess alcohol. She should have thought about the consequences that result from drinking and the risks that it causes. Why drink so much at a party knowing that anything can happen and you won't be able to give consent or remember? It is vital to be in complete control of one’s mental stability in order to make the correct choices.
People in favor that the girl should not be blamed:
Parents should take this as a precaution, we hope that they will watch their kids more closely. Parents should make sure that their children get to their houses at an appropriate time. We should not focus on the faults the girl carries because of her choices, but more importantly on the injustice committed upon her.
How to prevent being the victim at a party:
- Make sure you space out your drinks.Only have one sip of alcohol every 10 minutes.
- Make sure you stay with friends at parties.
- Make sure that at least one person at the party is sober.
- Have an emergency contact ready if needed. Make sure your phone is always charged.
- Make sure you stay conscious and aware of your surroundings.
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