Summary
- The author reflects on her mother’s life and the challenges they faced due to extreme domestic violence, poverty, and untreated mental illness.
- She highlights the struggles of single mothers trapped in abusive situations and calls for honesty and agency in sharing their stories.
- The article emphasizes the need for societal support and protection for women and children facing similar situations.
- Ultimately, the author urges readers to vote as a way to address systemic failures that perpetuate these tragedies.
