I just found out about the documentary Zoo that tells the story of a Seattle man who died while have sexual relations with a horse. I started reading around for reviews just to find out what the tone was, how was this story being rehashed, etc. I found a string of comments on this one site that was rather interesting, but mostly saddening. I know bestiality goes against lots of folks beliefs of what is right and normal and condonable. But to not even attempt to understand another person and her/his actions...that makes me sad.
A few folks mention the violation of the animal which is a tricky situation (how do you gauge an animal's consent and can it be informed consent?), but, again, it's in this dismissive tone. Okay, it's randomites posting on one website, but this is symptomatic of larger tendencies to ignore or to avoid discussion/understanding.
I'm not seeking approval or even agreement. I just see a cycle of pain and hurt coming from this ease with which others are discarded or shifted to the periphery. Bestiality, pedophilia, incest...there are the actions that continue to happen and continue to terrify members of different communities. Yet seemingly 'normal' folks act upon desires towards animals, children, and members of her/his own family. I wonder how healing and well-being will ever be achieved when it's easier to just avoid awkwardness.
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