Tag Archives: domestic violence
VP Biden On Domestic Violence
We have never had much respect for Joe Biden but I reserve the right to change my mind because he and I agree on the importance of this issue-domestic violence. Recently Vice President Biden on Wednesday said his work on … Continue reading
Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence In Detroit
Here’s a story out of Detroit, Michigan, where three murder suicides over one weekend all tied to domestic abuse and domestic violence has people concerned. You can read the rest of the story HERE. Although the rate of domestic violence … Continue reading
Domestic Violence Is Not Just Sexual Or Physical
Here is a story out of Ireland that makes the point that domestic violence is not just physical or sexual. Academics prefer to use the term “intimate partner violence” so as not to exclude dating relationships where victim and abuser … Continue reading
Domestic Violence Now A Leading Cause Of Murder
Here’s a story out of Fairfax Virginia, a relatively well-to-do community that discusses the leading cause of murder in that community in 2009-domestic violence! You Can read the whole story HERE. The story goes on to say “Victims of domestic … Continue reading
Georgia Reports Grim Domestic Violence Stats
This is a story out of Georgia where a report recently released showed grim statistics for domestic violence in that state. You can read a partial story HERE. “Anyone can be abused, and the abuse is not the fault of … Continue reading
Violence Against Women Act Gets Huge Support
For one reason or another our federal government has been stuck on passing this violence against women act. But it finally passed 78 to 22 in the Senate. You can read the rest of the story about this HERE. “Delay … Continue reading
Domestic Violence Tools-One Way To Defend Yourself
Here’s a story that was in the “Diamondback” the University of Maryland student newspaper recently that points out that with all the crime in the area it’s hard for officers to be prepared for any and all situations and that … Continue reading
Domineering Men Are Facing Domestic Violence Charges
Here’s an article about a new law that’s being considered in England. “Men who bully or torment their wives will be prosecuted for domestic violence under new plans unveiled by Nick Clegg” who is the deputy prime minister. You can … Continue reading
New Campaign Intends To End Domestic Violence
There is a new campaign in Indiana to end domestic violence and sexual assault. The campaign is called “No More” and is starting to catch on. The article goes on to say “in Greater Indianapolis alone 185,000 people will experience … Continue reading
Domestic Violence Assault-How To Defend Yourself
Here is a story about a man who assaulted a women in her home. He was arrested shortly thereafter. You can get the rest of the details HERE. The story goes on to say “Members of the Nashua police domestic … Continue reading
Domestic Violence Crisis
This is a story about domestic violence in Ocala, Florida but it could be anywhere in the United States. It is discussing the increase in the number of incidents of domestic violence which authorities are attributing to low income levels … Continue reading
Domestic Violence Difficult For Law Enforcement
This is a story about domestic violence specifically in Alabama where one county is reporting the same number of domestic violence incidents but a vastly increased number of arrests. What that means to me is that law enforcement officials are … Continue reading
Domestic Violence Spike Linked to Drugs/Poverty
Here’s a story out of Australia that shows a dramatic increase in domestic violence. Officials are linking it to drugs and poverty which are in abundance. Domestic violence as you may know is leading cause of injury to women not … Continue reading
Domestic Violence to Get More Serious Look
Here’s a story about how deputy police commissioner Fox in Philadelphia is leading the charge against domestic violence in that city. Of course domestic violence is a huge problem nationwide but usually doesn’t get much attention for a variety of … Continue reading
Domestic Violence Bill Passes-How to Protect Yourself
This is a story about how the U.S. Senate passed a re-authorization bill for domestic violence. Many people thought the original bill was too weak so they strengthened it and got it passed. This is a good sign and helps … Continue reading