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Discuss: Homophobia and acceptance of partner violence: The Netherlands is no longer a guide country for equal rights
Recent data indicates a decline in social tolerance in the Netherlands, with fewer people principledly rejecting domestic violence against women and younger generations showing reduced acceptance of homosexuality. Research by Mark Boukes from the University of Amsterdam shows resistance to hitting women is decreasing, particularly among youth. Additionally, acceptance of homosexuality among secondary school boys dropped from 40% to 22% over four years. Consequently, the Netherlands has fallen from 28th to 46th place on the Global Gender Gap Index, raising concerns about the country's status as a leader in equal rights.
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