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Rape Culture Exists In America, Too
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When exactly will the U.S. recognize the victims of gender-based violence within its own borders?
Read more...UNC Sexual Assault Victim Faces Punishment For Sharing Her Story
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The administrators' and students' callous treatment of the victim is inexcusable.
Read more...Yes, Feminists CAN Believe In Personal Responsibility
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Julie Jordan Scott, Creative Commons
Feminism can encourage the appropriate exercise of personal responsibility.
Read more...Salazar Pushing Gun Control In The Wrong Direction
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Instead of asking whether women are capable of handling a gun, we should be asking: is anyone?
Read more...Jerry Sandusky Denied New Trial
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Jerry Sandusky was denied a new trial. (Creative Commons)
The former Penn State assistant football coach's bid was rejected.
Read more...Indian Police Arrest 6 In Second Bus Rape Incident
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A second woman was raped on a bus in India. (Creative Commons)
The married 29-year-old woman was assaulted by the bus driver and six others.
Read more...Rape Conviction Overturned Because Law Fails Unmarried Women
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Lawmakers vow to change an outdated law that fails to protect single women.
Read more...Steubenville Rape Crew Puts Focus On Gang-Rape Outside Of India
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Local conspiracy has been nationally exposed to reveal a "rape crew".
Read more...Story Of Sexual Assault At Amherst College Sparks Change In Policy
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One person's voice can cause immense change.
Read more...Universities' Failure To Adequately Respond To Sexual Assault On Campus
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Universities need to take steps to protect their students, not just their reputations.
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