Guns empowered women in a maledominated world from "summary" of Pistols and Petticoats by Erika Janik
In a world where men held most of the power, guns became a tool for women to assert themselves and protect their interests. Women who were able to handle a gun effectively were able to level the playing field in a male-dominated society. By arming themselves, women were no longer entirely dependent on men for their safety and security. They could defend themselves against threats and stand up for themselves in ways that were previously unavailable to them. The ability to use a gun effectively gave women a sense of empowerment and independence that was not easily taken away. It allowed them to participate more fully in a society that of...
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