
Kate Harding
A powerful exploration of rape culture, its myths, legal challenges, cultural manifestations, and the hopeful activism driving change.
Kate Harding's book helped popularize the term 'rape culture' in mainstream discussions.
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Imagine a world where the truth about sexual violence is obscured by layers of myth and misunderstanding.
Studies reveal that men are quite capable of understanding indirect refusals; women often communicate 'no' without uttering the word explicitly. But some men choose to ignore these signals, driven not by confusion but by entitlement and desire for control.
Despite popular fears, false accusations are rare, estimated at only 2 to 8 percent of cases. Yet, society is obsessed with the possibility of lies, often doubting victims before hearing their stories. This skepticism discourages reporting and allows many rapists to evade justice. Understanding these truths is the first step toward dismantling the myths that sustain rape culture.
Let us carry these insights forward as we explore the burdens placed on women to prevent assault and the flawed advice that reinforces victim blaming.
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