Miriam E Rocah

Miriam E Rocah

August 06, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Legislation Surrounding Sexual Assault Is Based on a Misogynistic Distrust of Women

Proposed legislation in Albany would expand New York's definition of rape and, while not as broad as federal law, it would be a significant step toward offering protection for people of all genders and gives survivors the chance to have their attacks classified as rape, the Westchester County district attorney writes.

By Miriam E. Rocah

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