Source: https://www.railpage.com.au/news/s/pink-carriages-for-women-only-draws-fire-from-feminists-and-commuters?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=top-stories-this-week-on-railpage
Sydney Trains are considering a proposal for women only carriages to ensure safety of their women passengers. The article asserts that some feminist groups are upset about this. I can see why.
Rather than focusing on the effect of violent men assaulting women, perpetuating the idea that women are only safe if locked up, why not spend our time educating potential perpetrators and helping them deal with alcohol or anger issues?
Wouldn't it be nice to not teach yet another generation of women that they're probably going to get assaulted when the sun goes down if you're not behind a locked door? Wouldn't it be lovely to wonder around the streets at night and not assume the worst of that man who just walked past you?
Sydney Trains are considering a proposal for women only carriages to ensure safety of their women passengers. The article asserts that some feminist groups are upset about this. I can see why.
Rather than focusing on the effect of violent men assaulting women, perpetuating the idea that women are only safe if locked up, why not spend our time educating potential perpetrators and helping them deal with alcohol or anger issues?
Wouldn't it be nice to not teach yet another generation of women that they're probably going to get assaulted when the sun goes down if you're not behind a locked door? Wouldn't it be lovely to wonder around the streets at night and not assume the worst of that man who just walked past you?
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