DOMESTIC VIOLENCE- National Spotlight on Domestic Violence

The national news about the incident between National Football League player Ray Rice, whose contract was terminated Monday by his team the Baltimore Ravens, puts the focus on domestic violence. Domestic violence does not get a lot of press except when it involves national figures such as sports stars or movie stars.

However, domestic violence occurs every day within our communities. It is something that usually does not become common knowledge, but its affects can be devastating to family and friends.

Following are two articles that provide some insights into domestic violence:

The Seattle Times-

Ray Rice case puts domestic abuse under the spotlight http://seattletimes.com/html/nationworld/2024501471_domesticviolencexml.html

KUOW-

A Teachable Moment From Ray Rice’s Domestic Abuse http://kuow.org/post/teachable-moment-ray-rices-domestic-abuse

 

If you are a victim of domestic violence, or if you know someone who is a victim, Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County can help:

 http://www.dvs-snoco.org/index