Jurors find L.A. Rams strength, conditioning coach Ted Rath not guilty of sexual battery

[Zaphod]

Are you kidding me? Ignorant, sexist comments like this remind me why I have you on ignore.

How is this sexist? He's not justifying or condoning the rapist's perspective, but rather stating that as a possible intent by the rapist in some cases to add a perspective of motivation as it is relevant to the discussion. I'm curious to understand where you're coming from, but I don't get it after re-reading your response three times.

 

[RamFan503]

How is this sexist? He's not justifying or condoning the rapist's perspective, but rather stating that as a possible intent by the rapist in some cases to add a perspective of motivation as it is relevant to the discussion. I'm curious to understand where you're coming from, but I don't get it after re-reading your response three times.

Yeah... I tend to think it's a bit of an overreaction but I can also see the point that it softens the idea of what a monster like a rapist is thinking. I'm sure some of it is the dumb shit thinking she really wanted it but the idea it is the dominant reason for rape doesn't add up to me. Groping, or unwanted advances maybe but too many rapes are absolutely brutal and in no way do I think most rapists rationalize them in that way.

 

[Zaphod]

Yeah... I tend to think it's a bit of an overreaction but I can also see the point that it softens the idea of what a monster like a rapist is thinking. I'm sure some of it is the dumb crap thinking she really wanted it but the idea it is the dominant reason for rape doesn't add up to me. Groping, or unwanted advances maybe but too many rapes are absolutely brutal and in no way do I think most rapists rationalize them in that way.

Well, yeah for sure. I guess to the victim it's all rape, but the offenders all have their various motivations. Every once in a while, I catch one of those shows my wife watches regarding the investigation and profiling of the criminal mind and I have to admit I do find it fascinating.

For some it may be dominance as you say. Others certainly just have trouble handling rejection, which is the type of creepy dude who gets my Ire up - I guess that's just because it's more commonly observed . Then there is always the person who's just a creepy perv, the socially awkward type who really just doesn't know how to go about achieving what he/she wants. And then there are the sociopaths who really just don't care and are seeking the most efficient path to what they want. The human mind is such a gray area, I mean you might consider the combination of broken aspects that contributed to Dahmer's atrocities.

Anyway, motivation for criminal behavior is an obvious tool for investigation, and in the context of the original comment it was anything but sexist.

I don't know Rath, and I'd almost expect that he'd come off as a douche that I wouldn't personally like, but I'm no fan the current vogue of trial by media where a person is guilty until proven innocent.

 

[RamDino]

I wonder why Suh was called and what he said to aid Rath's defense. Probably just a character reference.

 

[12intheBox]

I wonder why Suh was called and what he said to aid Rath's defense. Probably just a character reference.

They know each other pretty well. My guess was his testimony was three fold. One: Character reference - just like you said. Two: Rath May have talked to him about the allegations and they want to show that Rath’s story has been consistent all along - he could attest to the medical condition, etc. Three: star power. Juries are people and Suh is a star. People want to be on the star’s team - not go against them.

 

[jjab360]

I don't know what happened and don't really care to be honest. This whole story didn't make sense to me from the start and the only fact we have atm is that he was proven not guilty by a jury of his peers.

I know it's a sensitive topic in general but the legal justice system says he didn't break the law so some of you people need to just let it go and let the man get back to work.

 

[Zaphod]

wake up. elmgrovegnome posted a comment stating maybe rapists attack women thinking they might get into it and like it. That thinking is completely freaked up and I'm surprised nobody on this board flagged that ignorant, sexist comment. And i see his comment was scrubbed from my reply, love the censorship here.

That's because there's nothing wrong with evaluating criminal motivation. It is an investigative tool.

 

[RamFan503]

@Kevin I see you removed your own post. I'm guessing it's because you realize none of us censored it and Elm's quote was still there.

Let's not let this get out of hand. I highly doubt anyone here is excusing rape for ANY "reason".

 

[Corbin]

It’s like you want to argue. Take it down a few notches. This isn’t a college campus forum.

 

[Elmgrovegnome]

Are you kidding me? Ignorant, sexist comments like this remind me why I have you on ignore.

What? If you had me on ignore then you can't see my post. And that was from a psychology class. There is nothing ignorant or sexist about it.

 

[Elmgrovegnome]

Don't be too offend maybe its was just a poor choice of words .At least I hope so. Its my understanding rape is more about power and domination. There is probably a segment of neanderthals out there that believe that very thing though.

I don't understand what is wrong with that comment. It was from a psychology class. For, some rapists or gropers, their motivation is thinking that once they start the woman would reciprocate. Like Zaphod said there are socially backwards people that don't know how to function in society. I didn't say women who are raped actually like it.

Yeah... I tend to think it's a bit of an overreaction but I can also see the point that it softens the idea of what a monster like a rapist is thinking. I'm sure some of it is the dumb crap thinking she really wanted it but the idea it is the dominant reason for rape doesn't add up to me. Groping, or unwanted advances maybe but too many rapes are absolutely brutal and in no way do I think most rapists rationalize them in that way.

Psych 101. But, there could be other reasons rapists do what they do, and I did include gropers, even catcallers could be included. Some here are overreacting IMO.

 

[ozarkram]

I don't understand what is wrong with that comment. It was from a psychology class. For, some rapists or gropers, their motivation is thinking that once they start the woman would reciprocate. Like Zaphod said there are socially backwards people that don't know how to function in society. I didn't say women who are raped actually like it.




Psych 101. But, there could be other reasons rapists do what they do, and I did include gropers, even catcallers could be included. Some here are overreacting IMO.

I thought possibly the use of the words "Most often" in your OP may have been a poor choice. But its not for me to put words in your mouth so I do apologize. I also stated that there may be a segment of the population "neanderthals" that may think just that way. You refer to them as backwards same thing.

 

[Zaphod]

Psych 101. But, there could be other reasons rapists do what they do, and I did include gropers, even catcallers could be included. Some here are overreacting IMO.

Yep, my wife has a psychology major, hence her interest in those types of shows, naturally bridged to my own (much more casual) interest as it pertains to writing accurate fuzzy logic or even just articulating how we really process tasks for automation.

Way off topic, but I think that in the end, the development of AI will have a profound impact on how well we understand ourselves.

 

[FrantikRam]

I don't understand what is wrong with that comment. It was from a psychology class. For, some rapists or gropers, their motivation is thinking that once they start the woman would reciprocate. Like Zaphod said there are socially backwards people that don't know how to function in society. I didn't say women who are raped actually like it.




Psych 101. But, there could be other reasons rapists do what they do, and I did include gropers, even catcallers could be included. Some here are overreacting IMO.

I think his reaction was way overblown.

But more recent psychology behind rape is different - it's more about power/control/dominance, and shouldn't be in a the same category as "groping".

That was the only issue I saw with your post, but again, didn't deserve anything close to that reaction. And I think you were spot on - Rath likely hoped that she would enjoy it.

 

[I like Rams]

I don't understand what is wrong with that comment. It was from a psychology class. For, some rapists or gropers, their motivation is thinking that once they start the woman would reciprocate. Like Zaphod said there are socially backwards people that don't know how to function in society. I didn't say women who are raped actually like it.




Psych 101. But, there could be other reasons rapists do what they do, and I did include gropers, even catcallers could be included. Some here are overreacting IMO.

It really threw me off guard as well bc of how it was written and the lack of context. How i read it was that when you said "theres hope that they will like it", i first read it as saying theres hope, from an outsiders point of view, that they will Grow to like it and it will become less traumatizing as time goes on and they will just incorporate it into their daily lives. I didn't know it was from the rapists perspective until you followed up.

 

[So Ram]

I think his reaction was way overblown.

But more recent psychology behind rape is different - it's more about power/control/dominance, and shouldn't be in a the same category as "groping".

That was the only issue I saw with your post, but again, didn't deserve anything close to that reaction. And I think you were spot on - Rath likely hoped that she would enjoy it.

There is no way he jumped in her bed, not to get his rocks off in one way or another. It’s not groping once you penetrate a naked woman.
Her excuse for turning & looking does not make sense,and then not say anything. When & why did she finally accuse him ??
I just don’t get the 7 month delay to arrest him ?

 

[nighttrain]

There is no way he jumped in her bed, not to get his rocks off in one way or another. It’s not groping once you penetrate a naked woman.
Her excuse for turning & looking does not make sense,and then not say anything. When & why did she finally accuse him ??
I just don’t get the 7 month delay to arrest him ?

i don;t know, but i have not seen anything about jumping into bed or penetration, fumbling around is all I've actually seen mentioned
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[Memento]

Rape/stalking is about power and control over the victim. Trust me. I've had to look it up for my stories.

Now, do I think that Rath is a rapist? Considering all of the evidence, no. He most likely made a stupid error of judgment. But I don't know if the Rams want a distraction on the sidelines, and I'm willing to bet that the NFL comes down on him.

 

[nighttrain]

Rape/stalking is about power and control over the victim. Trust me. I've had to look it up for my stories.

Now, do I think that Rath is a rapist? Considering all of the evidence, no. He most likely made a stupid error of judgment. But I don't know if the Rams want a distraction on the sidelines, and I'm willing to bet that the NFL comes down on him.

I think it was a moment of something, and as to the NFL, i'd very surprised if in this instance they do anything, NOT GUILTY IS NOT GUILTY
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[Memento]

I think it was a moment of something, and as to the NFL, i'd very surprised if in this instance they do anything, NOT GUILTY IS NOT GUILTY
train

I realize and respect the not guilty thing, but other players have had the NFL come down on them, even if they aren't guilty of what they're accused of. I can't see Rath escaping punishment from the NFL, who are normally very quick to crack down on people accused of what Rath was accused.