French Women Press Rape Issue Against Machismo
French men rarely acknowledge rape as a crime while anti-rape activists push a broader women’s liberation agenda. Maryse Wolinski and Daniele Granet note rape’s taboo status in French society and the shifting attitudes since the 1970s abortion movement.
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Maryse Wolinski
Daniele Granet
Rape Campaign Shapes French Law and Attitudes
A detailed look at the Choisir movement led by Gisèle Halimi redefining rape as a major crime tried in assize courts. It covers open trials, media access, and the push for punitive measures and cultural change in France.
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Women’s Liberation
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Anne Tonglet
Araceli Castellano
Halimi
Aix-en- Provence
Bobigny
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United States
Wolinski
Gerard Ghazel
WIC Study Finds Health Benefits for Participants
A two and half year Congress ordered study released by USDA shows WIC improves health and nutrition norms for pregnant and lactating women infants and children up to five. Infants show increased height weight and head circumference while mothers boost intake of protein calcium iron vitamins A C and thiamine riboflavin and folacin.
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Las Vegas Mothers of Twins Club Meeting Notice
The Las Vegas Mothers of Twins Club invites all mothers of multiple births to a meeting on Tuesday January 4 at 3471 Bassler North Las Vegas. For information call 649-5754.
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Female Lawman No Slouch
Kathy Crumbley is sworn in as Belmont County sheriff in Ohio, a 6-foot 275-pound woman who plans to prove she can handle the job despite anticipated criticism. The former United Mine Workers inspector says she aims to be among the best sheriffs seen.
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UPI
Kathy Crumbley
U.S
Belmont County
United Mine Workers
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