Sorry if I gave the wrong impression. I don't have in mind to start a competition. I just think that it's not helpful to women to give them (us) the impression that we don't have to take precautions for our personal safety (anywhere, not just in cities). I was concerned that some of the things said in this thread might have that effect. The fact is that as women, we have to take responsibility for our safety, and that starts with knowing about the dangers we face, using common sense, and being prepared.

I think if we do that, we probably don't have too much to worry about. (Except maybe during hunting season.)

Carol