Proponents of the ‘just war’ theory believe that aggression against others can be justified under certain conditions. Cicero was the first to argue for such an approach, but St. Augustine (AD 354-430) set forth its classic formulation: Just cause—a defensive war, fought only to resist aggression. Just intent—fought to secure justice, not for revenge, conquest,… Continue reading The ‘just war’ theory: how it relates to divorcing an abuser
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How Miles Davis misrepresented his assault of his wife Frances: a case study in the language of abusers
Here is the account which jazz musician Miles Davis gives of the first time he assaulted his wife, Frances. I loved Frances so much that for the first time in my life I found myself jealous. I remember I hit her once when she came home and told me some shit about Quincy Jones being handsome.… Continue reading How Miles Davis misrepresented his assault of his wife Frances: a case study in the language of abusers
