No more blaming the victim. Hold the perpetrator responsible.
In this spoken monologue, the speaker addresses a listener named Mike and critiques the way people discuss sexual assault. The speaker points out that at social settings like parties or bars, incidents are rarely labeled as "sexual assault"; instead, euphemisms such as "drunk hookup" or "taking advantage" are used, which downplays the seriousness of the act. By presenting a hypothetical scenario involving Jesse and Erin, the speaker illustrates how language shifts blame onto the victim’s behavior—specifically, their level of intoxication—rather than holding the perpetrator accountable. The speaker challenges this victim‑blaming mindset, emphasizing that responsibility should rest with the person who initiates the wrongdoing, not the person who is targeted.
