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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This occasion is typically marked by local advocacy groups hosting an event to bring attention to the issue, which is critical nationwide – particularly, in Arkansas.

Arkansas ranks No. 8 in the nation in the rate of women murdered by men. This ranking is based on 2006 homicide data.

Eighth.

The Violence Policy Center report “When Men Murder Women: An Analysis of 2006 Homicide Data,” available at www.vpc.org/studies/wmmw2008.pdf, offers details on national and state-by-state information on female homicides invol...