Posted: September 16th, 2017

The concept of Victim Blaming and Victim Defending are often debated relating to Violence between lovers.

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Resources: Chapter 9 and the Internet (Story of John and Lorena Bobbitt)

http://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime/20-years-today-lorena-bobbitt-cuts-husband-penis-case-horrified-fascinated-nation-article-1.1379112

http://www.oprah.com/world/Lorena-Bobbitts-Unforgettable-Story

http://www.trutv.com/library/crime/criminal_mind/sexual_assault/severed_penis/index.html


Create a 300 – 500 word essay which explores both side of this argument concerning victim blaming and victim defending.
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Use the incident involving John and Lorena Bobbitt (see internet) discuss the following:

1.    Compare and contrast victim blaming and victim defending perspectives,
2.    Who is the victim or victims in this case?,
3.    In your opinion, was Lorena’s behavior justified?, and
4.    In your opinion, did John get what he deserved?