self defense classes- correction, seminar- for women

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Last edited Wed May 7, 2014, 11:27 AM - Edit history (1)

so, this is posted on a local board-

Neighborhood meeting
Safety Seminar For Women


The 24 th Police District's Domestic Violence Officer invites all local women to attend this informative seminar. Practical tips will be shared to increase your personal safety. People who have attended previous seminars have raved about them. Don't miss this event. Mark your calendar now. Contact your neighbors. Spread the word. It will take place in the 24th District Police Station at 6464 N. Clark St.

to which i reply-

practical as these seems, i really, really hate this. why does it have to single women out this way? is there anything about this that doesnt apply to men on the street as well?
please stop cops.

yeah, some good ol unbelievable followed, including this-

I've not only thought about it, but had a lot of significant discussion with somebody really smart about it-- my wife-- since she is actually just about done writing a book about rape culture. I understand and agree with you that blaming the victim is a bad thing. I just do not see that this is what is happening here. I see this as strength and an opportunity for empowerment. You ask, shouldn't this apply to men as well? Yes, but the opportunity for and cultural acceptance of men being able to defend themselves is already well established; this perhaps helps to bridge a gap there just a little bit. That's not anything like saying "Ladies! Stop wearing short skirts! It's your fault!"

Please be sure to pre-order my wife's book. When/if she ever gets paid, you'll be indirectly supporting Twisted Tapas, which is where we spend most of our money lately. (More info: http://www.amazon.com/Asking-It-Alarming-Culture-about/dp/0738217026 )

sigh. i'm to old for this.
can we take back the night now? pretty please?