What Will It Take To End India's Rape Epidemic?
After another horrifying rape, here's what needs to be changed.
A look at the rape problem in India and what needs to be done to create permanent change.
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Why Are Republicans Attacking The Violence Against Women Act?
Senate Democrats and Republicans are fighting over extending the Violence Against Women Act.
Senate Democrats appear to be setting up a fight with the GOP over extending the Violence Against Women Act. Republicans wary about being branded anti-woman object to the inclusion of gays and illegals, and say the Dems are trying to score political points.
5 Shocking New Facts About Rape
A new survey from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention presents some haunting statistics.
A survey that came out yesterday from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention presents some haunting statistics about rape, stalking and domestic violence. Over the course of a year, more than 12 million men and women are victims of these crimes, usually committed by an intimate partner, and more than 1 million women report being raped each year.
SlutWalk In Philly And WorldWide: Long Overdue Focus On The Blame
SlutWalk is an international movement placing blame for rape where it belongs - with the perpetrator
"YOU are going to Walk with the Philly SlutWalkers on August 6th , AND dress in a slutty way?" a very good and savvy friend asked me for the second time --- her voice incredulous. "Yes, I am -- in an age appropriate slutty way," I responded. "What's that?" she continued, still incredulous. "A slinky little black dress, purple boa and long purple gloves." (I had also bought purple sneakers that I did not mention.)
Could Porn Help Prevent Rape?
A new study, cleverly branded "The Sunny Side of Smut," says porn could deter sexual violence.
The question of whether porn is dangerous or harmless is one that society has had trouble answering for some time. A recent, rather controversial article in Newsweek suggested that men who buy sex, including pornography, are more likely to be criminals, including engage in violent sexual behavior. But the Scientific American says the opposite: porn could actually lower the amount of sexual violence.
Men Who Buy Sex Are More Likely To Be Criminals
"Johns" are also eight times more likely to say they would rape a woman if they could.
Paying for sex is widely derided in this country, but does it mean a man is dangerous? According to a controversial Newsweek article, men who buy sex not only harbor violent tendencies, but maintain a dehumanizing attitude toward women.
Opinion: Congress Should Stay Out of Students' Sex Lives
The SaVE Act is trying to save students from sexual assault. Who will save students from Congress?
Congress has decided that it's time to regulate the college hookup (they must be out of things to do). The Campus Sexual Violence Elimination (SaVE) Act requires schools to intrude into the most intimate aspects of students' lives. In the name of preventing sexual violence, Congress, in their infinite wisdom, has decided to put their noses into everyone's business.