Hay is often referred to as the "father of gay liberation". ... However, most gays and lesbians felt the worst form of maltreatment came through gay bashing, especially when done by public officials. Unending detainments, physical beatings, rapes and sexual assaults were quite prevalent, often committed inside the police precinct. ... California's seeming pro-gay days were over, and gay bashing began again. ... Ward also defended young gay men as well. ...

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Domestic violence can be sexual violence between couples such as rape or incest. ... Domestic violence or rape outside of the family starts at a very early age for girls. ... The question that needs to be asked is how a person comes out of a rape? ... Studies have shown that victims can be anyone from infants to people in their 80's; people of color, lesbians, gays, people with disabilities, and persons from every racial, ethnic, religious, economic and social background. ... Often, the victim feels guilty about being raped and feels responsible for the assault. ...

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• Grade Level: High School