The bible being a very respected, trusted and followed source for many people in America, explaining the new laws, such as compulsory surrogacy, in terms of biblical precedent makes it easier for people to believe they are justified. ... Women that have passed their menopause or are infertile called "Aunts" were chosen to train the Handmaids since, being women, they would be more trusted by the Handmaids. ...

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