Posted in: 23-year-old man arrested for allegedly molesting 14-year-old girl See in context
Yes, a quick search reveals that there are evidence-based methods to help such people manage or reduce their pedophilic urges, such as CBT, accountability and support groups, and therapy, etc..
And a moral person would seek that help out. So I don't really see a difference of opinion between us.
-4 ( +0 / -4 )
Posted in: 23-year-old man arrested for allegedly molesting 14-year-old girl See in context
It's a little unfair to say that it's immoral for someone to have an urge they were born with, though, isn't it?
I didn't say that. Here's what I said.
My take is that it is inherently and fundamentally wrong to be attracted to someone whom you know is underage regardless of whether or not you act on it.
The concept of being attracted to a minor is fundamentally wrong. Now when it comes to the individual, here's what I said.
Its morally wrong if you continue to eye a child with those kinds of thoughts. A moral person would avert their eyes at least.
-5 ( +0 / -5 )
Posted in: 23-year-old man arrested for allegedly molesting 14-year-old girl See in context
Yes, we are on the same page for the most part; however, I would say sexual attraction is something we are born with, so it can't be 'morally wrong.'
Its morally wrong if you continue to eye a child with those kinds of thoughts. A moral person would avert their eyes at least.
It's the acting on it that is immoral (and of course illegal), as it is extremely damaging to the victim.
agree.
What, a man can’t have two arguments anymore?
sure you can- as long as you don't try to pass them off as the same one.
-7 ( +1 / -8 )
Posted in: 23-year-old man arrested for allegedly molesting 14-year-old girl See in context
It's not 'wrong' because it is a natural attraction with a minimal number of people.
I'm just thankful I wasnt' born with an attraction to children
Acting on it is always harmful and illegal. It’s not a choice, but protecting children is the priority.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but what you are saying is that it isn't legally wrong to be attracted to a child as long as you don't act on it. I agree. I also agree with owzer that if you unknowingly have sex with a minor, it shouldn't be a crime if you honestly didn't know.
My take is that it is inherently and fundamentally wrong to be attracted to someone whom you know is underage regardless of whether or not you act on it. Should you be punished for that attraction? Not unless you act on it. So I think we are in agreement there.
-6 ( +6 / -12 )
Posted in: 23-year-old man arrested for allegedly molesting 14-year-old girl See in context
So say a guy sees a young woman and is attracted to her. Nothing wrong with that. But then he finds out she is 17 and suddenly there is something wrong with him. Yah, I don’t get that logic.
Plus that's a completely different argument than your first post
“Type” isn’t bound by age. Nothing wrong with attraction. Taking action on that attraction is another issue tho.
-9 ( +4 / -13 )
Posted in: 23-year-old man arrested for allegedly molesting 14-year-old girl See in context
@Aly - I'm sure Kawazu didn't spontaneously say something this ridiculous, even if he is a molester who can't control his urges. It was probably a confession that the police had prepared for him and made him sign.
Yes that is very possible.
-9 ( +5 / -14 )
Posted in: 23-year-old man arrested for allegedly molesting 14-year-old girl See in context
So say a guy sees a young woman and is attracted to her. Nothing wrong with that. But then he finds out she is 17 and suddenly there is something wrong with him. Yah, I don’t get that logic.
So say a guy sees a young girl and is attracted to her. Nothing wrong with that. But then he finds out she is 10 and suddenly there is something wrong with him. Do you get that logic??
-3 ( +6 / -9 )
Posted in: 23-year-old man arrested for allegedly molesting 14-year-old girl See in context
“Type” isn’t bound by age.
Sure it is. If you are attracted to a 4 year old girl then something is wrong with you regardless of whether you act on it or not.
Nothing wrong with attraction.
As long as you are not attracted to a minor.
7 ( +10 / -3 )
Posted in: 23-year-old man arrested for allegedly molesting 14-year-old girl See in context
Police said Kawazu has admitted to the allegation and quoted him as saying “She was my type."
WTF???
6 ( +12 / -6 )
Posted in: 'Flying car' demos at Osaka Expo halted after part falls off in mid-flight See in context
Oops! That's not good!
-3 ( +6 / -9 )
Posted in: Japan main opposition party aims to cut tax on food as election looms See in context
No sales tax on store food and other items. No sales tax on water, electricity, gas. Increase sales tax on luxury items.
another excellent idea
-9 ( +6 / -15 )
Posted in: Japan main opposition party aims to cut tax on food as election looms See in context
In California, there are no taxes on non-prepared food, so those low-income people who cook for themselves pay no sales tax. Japan should adopt a similar system.
That's an excellent idea.
They need to introduce a VAT system. No taxes on essentials, higher taxes on luxury items.
Why is the tax rate on a bag of flour the same as a 50inch 8K TV? It makes no sense.
I agree.
-8 ( +7 / -15 )
Posted in: Israeli strike kills at least 44 people in Gaza See in context
The abhorrent behavior of that nation state has turned about 1/3 of the world against you.
And that's going to have severe consequences in the very near future.
-4 ( +3 / -7 )
Posted in: Japan's chief tariff negotiator slammed for MAGA cap photo with Trump See in context
Akazawa should probably change his name to Asakisa
-8 ( +12 / -20 )
Posted in: Israel shares, then deletes, condolences over pope's death See in context
What sort of mean-spitited nation would delete a condolence post for the Pope - generally recognised by most religions as an advocate of peace?
for sure.
Shows just why Israel is so despised, and has no future.
absolutely.
-2 ( +2 / -4 )
Posted in: Israel shares, then deletes, condolences over pope's death See in context
Israel says accusations of genocide in its Gaza campaign are baseless and that it is solely hunting down Hamas and other armed groups.
Still peddling that horse manure.
-1 ( +4 / -5 )
Posted in: Japanese society as a whole is sinking, and society is becoming one where it is not easy to feel motivated, but coming here makes you think that the future can be bright. See in context
Japanese society as a whole is sinking, and society is becoming one where it is not easy to feel motivated,
I guess a lot of people in Japan are thinking this way, and I can't blame them. But I would also say that this is not just only limited to Japan. My guess is this notion is probably worldwide, and why not? With various wars such as Ukraine and Gaza, the Global Trade war and the economic and social hangover from Covid and its inflation, it's hard to feel good anywhere these days.
-5 ( +5 / -10 )
Posted in: Israel's military finds 'professional failures' in killings of Gaza medics See in context
Professional failures. Is that an Israeli euphemism for war crimes, or execution?
yup.
It's just bald faced lying and a refusal to accept responsibility for what they are doing. There is no doubt that they are scouring the bodies of the people they kill for phones and any other evidence that will indict them, but in this case, one slipped through the net and laid bare the callousness and evilness of their actions in Gaza.
Exactly.
The world can see. The world isn't stupid.
That's 3 in a row.
-7 ( +2 / -9 )
Posted in: Hamas signals rejection of Israel's latest truce proposal See in context
WoodyLee- I agree with you
-3 ( +3 / -6 )
Posted in: Trump says he's in 'no rush' to end tariffs as he meets with Italy's Meloni See in context
Does Trump know who will be paying his tariff tax? Can't be that dumb, can he?
He can
1 ( +4 / -3 )
Posted in: Gov't mistakenly suspends use of 20,000 My Number-linked accounts See in context
Gov't mistakenly suspends use of 20,000 My Number-linked accounts
oops!
-9 ( +1 / -10 )
Posted in: Record-high 76% of Taiwanese cite Japan as favorite country: poll See in context
Why is it that the Japanese constantly seem to need a high amount of affirmation? Anytime anything is written that is favorable to the Japanese the media is all over it. Maybe because the people eat it up. Do the Japanese people have such an inferiority complex that they need to hear good things like this.
You answered your own question in your last sentence.
0 ( +0 / -0 )
Posted in: Tokyo high-end hotel operators to be warned for alleged cartel-like price info sharing See in context
"The watchdog's probe did not allege cartel-like collusion". I got a problem with that. These "watchdogs" always just nudge industry instead of actually firmly going after them. They should be tapping phones and build a firm prosecuteable case... but no, they take the lazy route, one that won't ruffle feathers, and just warn them. But if some citizens, not big business, try to do the same they go after them hard.
exactly
-7 ( +7 / -14 )
Posted in: Hamas signals rejection of Israel's latest truce proposal See in context
The leader of Qatar, which along with Egypt and the U.S. helped mediate the January ceasefire, blamed Israel on Thursday for its collapse.
They are right.
"As you know, we reached an agreement months ago, but unfortunately Israel did not abide by this agreement," Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani said during a visit to Moscow.
Surprise surprise.
After Israel declared Al-Mawasi a safe zone in December 2023, tens of thousands of Palestinians flocked there seeking refuge from bombardment, but the area has since been hit by repeated Israeli strikes.
war crime
-2 ( +5 / -7 )
Posted in: Ishiba decides not to visit Yasukuni Shrine for spring rite See in context
smart choice
1 ( +15 / -14 )
Posted in: Israel says it will keep troops in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely See in context
Israel says it will keep troops in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely
Then they will be fighting with their neighbors indefinitely.
Israel....heads up ....dont play with the people now running Syria ....wont end well.
Exactly.
Might ain't right and there will be a price to pay by all the perpetrators in this criminal conspiracy. It's not over by a long shot.
No doubt.
-3 ( +3 / -6 )
Posted in: Hamas raises fears for hostage at center of latest Gaza truce offer See in context
1/ Maldives no longer allowing Israeli passport holders to enter.
Good.
I can see why claims of "antisemiticism " are being falsely ramped up by Jewish lobby.
Israel has lost the PR war
That's right. And they know it.
-1 ( +4 / -5 )
Posted in: Gov't estimate shows record decline of Japanese nationals as of October 2024 See in context
@Alyrustom
You are telling the right and so few seem to understand the dire consequences of what you are explaining.
Thank you Jonathan
-3 ( +2 / -5 )
Posted in: Canadians vote in election dominated by concerns about Trump
Posted in: With China and U.S. at intense economic odds, nations are being forced to choose sides
Looks like Carney will win. Thanks to Trump.
Posted in: Canadians vote in election dominated by concerns about Trump
Posted in: 16-year-old girl arrested over death of newborn baby at home