Cathy Young

Family violence strikes men, too

By Cathy Young

January 9, 2006

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LAST MONTH, in a little-noticed end-of-the-year action, Congress reauthorized the Violence Against Women Act. The final version includes text that, for the first time, recognizes male victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. This is a step in the right direction of a balanced approach to family violence -- but only the first step. (Full article: 791 words)