With the current media mega-blast about how predatory men and boys are, I think it's appropriate to acknowledge that the problem exists with only a small number of boys and men. I firmly believe that most boys are caring individuals who are aware enough to back off when someone tells them "no." Obviously there's always room to learn more and do more. But I think the current obsession with male predation misses the many, MANY sensitive, caring boys out there - even those with rough exteriors - and I worry that many boys will see the current media stories and think that they are predators too, even though they're not.
I think even Scarleteen has succumbed to this viewpoint, in a way. I'd like Scarleteen to specifically acknowledge that MOST boys - not "a few," not "some" - are respectful individuals who care very much about not hurting others and getting along the best they can. Everyone still needs to be educated on what's appropriate socially - not just boys, but girls and all genders too (and thank you, Scarlerteen, for filling this role) - but I think it's very easy for some boys to feel hopeless and sad about themselves due to their gender, and I'd like to reassure them: you are are NOT a predator. Work on yourself, but always remember that you are fundamentally a good person, and don't let the bad apples out there make you think that you're not.