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(3) In theory, at least, state laws are supposed to provide equal protection
against assault for all citizens, including husbands and wives in cases of domes-
tic violence committed by either party.
c. State welfare systems. In ancient Israel, support by a man was generally
crucial to a womanÕs survival. If her husband did not support her, she could not
collect a welfare check and remain with him. She would be forced to return to
her father and/or remarry. Thus, maintenance of a wife was a condition for keep-
ing her. Today, the existence of state welfare systems has reduced the level of
responsibility incumbent upon husbands.
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