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>There are many, many pedophiles

If a person watches the CP - this does not mean that he is a pedophile. If a person watches the CP - this does not mean that he is a child abuser.

Sharing CP != child abuse. Viewing CP != child abuse. Storing CP != child abuse.

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It is abuse no matter how it was obtained or shared, because it is an affront to the basic dignity of that child.

I would go further and argue a lot of adult produced porn is also abusive (often exploiting people in desperate situations) but we have to arbitrarily draw the line somewhere. This is a big reason why I've stopped viewing most live-action porn entirely and enjoy drawn/animated/written erotica instead.

What an.. interesting set of clarifications you felt the need to attempt

I wrote these explanations because many people do not even see the difference between the things mentioned above, although there is definitely a difference. Not noticing the difference leads people to false conclusions.

Gross. You’re abusing the child any time you watch it.

I don't abuse kids whether or not I watch CP. Please provide evidence if you are making serious accusations.

You here means anyone watching it, but interesting to see you get so defensive. The idea that you think "watching CP != abuse" is suspicious to begin with.

I wasn't, but it would be reasonable to accuse you of being a pedophile based on this.

>accuse you of being a pedophile based on this

Please read the diagnostic criteria: https://icd.who.int/browse11/l-m/en#/http%3a%2f%2fid.who.int... -- there is no mention of CP.

JFYI: Pedophile != Child abuser.

If they have pictures on their PCs they are. It's weird that you're arguing with this.

>If they have pictures on their PCs they are.

If I have porn with men on my computer, it does not mean that I am gay or have raped men. Your reasoning is absurd.

Uh... it probably means your pretty gay, dude. Which is great, it's who you are!

... so what are you in the other scenario?

Kindly suggesting you talk to someone.

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