Abuse and violence against women is rife. Why does it keep happening?
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Bekah Legg2023-10-04T11:07:00
From Lawrence Fox’s misogynistic comments to allegations against Russell Brand and the murder of Elianne Andam, there is one common thread. Men who see women as objects. It isn’t how God created us, says Bekah Legg. Why is it so prevalent?
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