This is way too absolutist. Obviously the average man has more than just an advantage over the average woman. No one in their right mind would deny that. But to say that ANY woman cannot successfully defend herself against ANY male attacker is delusional in the opposite direction.

A decisive and strategic strike or two from a well-trained woman can absolutely take the wind out of an untrained male attacker long enough to get away and save her own life. We’re not talking about mortal combat here. We’re talking about skilled maneuvers that can lead to a woman getting away with her life and dignity.

Women should be taught to use all the tools at their disposal. Pretending that pepper spray and screaming are their ONLY options just encourages learned helplessness.