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Rheyanne,

Thank - you for a thoughtful, well researched article.

For me it seems that. You raise the issue lgi power & control regarding rape.

The article skirts the issues of personal responsibility & modesty.

While there is no excuse for rape, the issues are not completely black & white.

When we as women dress modestly, we show respect for ourselves & lessen tlle chances of being in power - control situations.

On the other hand, to dress provocativly, we are the ones trying to exert power & control over men. In effect we attempt to put ourselves up on a pedestal, then cry rape when we lose the power & control we tried to exercise over men.

Let's get real for a second, men are visual & can be opportunistic.

Which one open the door for unwanted sexual advances, 2 women talking together at a party modestly dressed & sober or one woman in revealing clothing who is intoxicated???

Also, it's important to note that life is a series of awarenesses - losses.

This is a process:

Denial

Anger

Bargaining

Depression - Sadness

Acceptance

Please note the above-mentioned stages, regarding rape & the responses to this post...

Respectfully with sincere Love,

Paula