Italy's Outrage Against Femicide Grows

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Source: The Economist
Italy's Outrage Against Femicide Grows
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Italy has been gripped by outrage and protests against femicide, the murder of women, following the recent killing of 22-year-old Giulia. The case has sparked widespread condemnation of patriarchal values and the mistreatment of women. The controversy surrounding Giulia's death has been amplified by the release of a film highlighting the issue of domestic abuse. The Italian government has responded by passing a bill and allocating funds for relationship education in schools. While Italy's femicide rate is relatively low compared to other European countries, the social attitudes towards violence against women have reached a tipping point.

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