apply a presumption of innocence.
by ida o. abbott
sponsoring women: what men need to know
if you are concerned about the possibility of sex-related problems, consider the degree of risk involved and whether you are willing to assume it.
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before you decide, consider
- first that you might be exaggerating the risk, and
- second that this is a risk that can be prevented and managed.
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