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Ursula K. Le Guin

The power of the harasser, the abuser, the rapist depends above all on the silence of women.

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The strength that harmful individuals hold comes mainly from women not speaking out about their experiences. When women remain quiet, it allows these abusers to continue their actions without challenge or consequence.

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