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Comment author: Error 11 October 2013 03:36:02PM 0 points [-]

Speaking about an analogy with bullying, I think that: a) bullying is morally wrong and bullies should be punished; b) some actions can make bullying less likely, and it would be good to tell the victims about it.

Upvoted for making this specific distinction explicit. I think it's important to note that A and B are not contradictory and should not be treated as if B->!A

Also upvoted the parent; the failure mode it describes is real, whether or not one subscribes to "rape culture" with the quotes.