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Jimmy Carter calls violence against women the greatest challenge of our time

The former U.S. President says only the protective framework of the law can the reduce the rate of violence against women around the world. We hear from President and activist Jimmy Carter....
The former U.S. President says only the protective framework of the law can the reduce the rate of violence against women around the world. We hear from President and activist Jimmy Carter.
There's an aversion to admit what goes on even in our most cherished institutions.Jimmy Carter

The 39th President of the United States says the abuse of women is girls is the biggest challenge of our time. He joined us to talk about his book, A Call to Action: Women, Religion, Violence, and Power.

This interview first aired in March.

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This segment was produced by The Current's Lara O'Brien.