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The short answer is “No.” I found a visceral satisfaction in the results of Martha’s self defense and the knowledge that North could no longer impose himself on a woman, no longer violate her in the way he had Rebecca and fully intended to violate Martha. But that is not truly justice for all he inflicted on them.
I personally know women who have been the victims of rape. The experience stays with the woman, not always to the same degree but it is always present, always impacts her experience of herself and her relationships.
I don’t regard a sentence of death as the appropriate or commensurate punishment for rape either. I am not entirely sure what is commensurate with the harm done but it should require some substantial restitution.
Martha defended herself, effectively and strategically. I celebrated her success.
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