I read with great interest the Jan. 3 letter from Ann McGarity discussing the pervasive nature of sexual harassment.
I agree with her plea that we need to raise women to be self-sufficient, independent, and educated with sovereignty over their own bodies. We also need to raise young men to be respectful and accepting of the equality of women.
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