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The "Kingston Mills Murder" and the Construction of "Honor Killings"

This article addresses the ways in which some acts of violence against women are often characterized as "honor killings," and asserts that this a form of labeling other "Others" as being backward and inherently more violent than western cultures. The author stresses the importance of rejecting this narrative.

Sex Education and Rape

This law review article explores the subject of consent for sexual intercourse, especially for teenagers and young adults. The author proposes that sex education classes should teach sexual negotiation skills in order to increase communication between partners, reduce sexual assault, and increase sexual health and pleasure.