Scottish Green MSP Q Manivannan faces public backlash after comments made in a podcast interview about rape, including that rape is “on a spectrum” and that rapists should not be “demonised.” The criticism centers on remarks described as downplaying the idea of “monster rapists,” which Manivannan reportedly called a “myth.”
The comments were made during a recording with Dr Sindhu Rajasekaran for “The Subjective Space,” according to the outlet coverage provided. Across the report, the focus is on the wording of Manivannan’s statements and the resulting reaction from people who disagree with framing rape as a spectrum or challenging the “demonising” language used in discussions of sexual violence.
The coverage reflects how different audiences interpret the same remarks differently: supporters may view the comments as aiming to broaden discussion of criminal behavior, while critics treat the statements as potentially minimizing the seriousness of rape. The available sources provided do not include direct responses from Manivannan or authorities, nor additional context beyond the podcast setting and the quoted themes.
