[sargon]

I understand your sentiments. However, you must realize that the "age of consent" has varied significantly throughout history.

For instance, if you go back through American census records for the past 220+ years, you will find instances of wives who were as young as 14 or 15, and in some cases, married to men in their 20's or later.

The reason I make note of this is because, in the past, 14 or 15 years old has been considered an age at which a woman is capable of consenting to marriage.

While such instances may not be prevalent nowadays, and indeed may not have been that common in the past, they did occur legally in many cases.

So automatically throwing around derogatory labels at those who disagree "around the edges" is somewhat excessive, IMHO, because of variances which have historically existed from era to era, and from culture to culture...

[2nd amendment mama]

But, but, but...on another thread you’re opposed to “youth” having access to weed, tobacco and alcohol. Guess you just want young women to have sex, not other “adult” items. Yes, I went and checked your posting history out because anyone who tries to justify having sex with underage girls needs to be watched in my book!

[AlaskaErik]

The reason I make note of this is because, in the past, 14 or 15 years old has been considered an age at which a woman is capable of consenting to marriage.

True...under sharia law.

[Az Joe]

Exactly