From reading several posts here, it is interesting that some seem to be formed from a sense of indignation the subject be approached at all.  The inequality of the sexes has been around since time immemorial.  In modern times it has become a topic of the open forum sporadically taking center stage; only to fall back into the shadows again.  We all know very capable, strong, intelligent women who can stand head to head with capable, strong, intelligent men.  And we know those who can not.  We don't discredit successful men who display these characteristics; why in the world are we so afraid of all women to hold equal rank with their equal male peers?  That is the basic question.  Not what each has experienced in the way of abuse, or any other area of weakness.  For if they have achieved success, in spite of trouble, that is a credit to their personal tenacity, and not a sign of weakness.