Kate,

My GF sent me a link today regarding your article about, “New German Sex Doll.” I thought it was going to be funny, because it’s essentially a ludicrous product. However, it took a very serious turn linking these dolls to non-consensual sex, the loss of respect/empathy for a women, and outright dehumanization. I have a question regarding how you came to the conclusion and drew a rational parallel between dolls and the this apocalyptic outcome, which will somehow sweep across society?
It is clear in your article that you had done some research on men with this preference, but taking a small segment of men who would actually purchase one, and using them as fodder for wholesale condemnation is bit strong.
The same parallel could be used for women who own vibrators or dildos and the dehumanization/objectification of body parts. Does the use of them make women any less human or “socially awkward.” Don’t women use them for sexual gratification when they are bored, horny, lonely?
If you believe in equality, then where is your condemnation of sex toys for women. My girlfriend tells me that you are highly regarded in your field. What makes womens usage of toys any less dehumanizing than these men? Realism?… Really? Last time I was in a sex shop with my girl friend, they had dildos marketed as, feeling like the real thing…They certainly looked like one. So I would just like to know what sort of data or trends you are backing this up with? How was this parallel drawn?

Regards,
Concerned Reader