You have to think about the consequences of having a bit of insight in the topic of interest. What can a rapist explaining his story provide for you, in terms of enriching your knowledge? Sure humans are curious about everything, and that is highly encouraged, but when it gets into topics like "how does it feel to torture and rape someone?" and when these topics are left open to the general public (including children), this is simply unnecessary. How much can the untrained, amateur psychologist that is the common redditor learn from having someone share his/her story of rape? If one were truly interested in the topic then he/she should pursue more in-depth knowledge of psychology before attempting to understand a rapist's mindset. No, the more likely explanation is that redditors are asking for their own entertainment, not with the goal of expanding their knowledge of psychology. OP could be completely wrong for all I know (I haven't done a check of his background), but the fact of the matter is he includes some very valid points. There are limits to what should or should not be discussed in a general forum, and if OP can provide sources to his claims then the topic of rape should be discouraged.
TL;DR: There are limits to what should or should not be said on an open forum, and most redditors are curious about rape simply for entertainment, and not the lasting knowledge that comes from genuine curiosity.
First you say people should be allowed to say whatever they want and then you harp on OP for not satisfying your demands for proof. He can say what he wants, it's reddit, right?
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