Like the rest of Europe, Italy is getting ready for war with Russia.
But before they are ready for World War 3, they must first win the war against sexism.
The only way we can defeat Putin’s Patriarchy is with true equality.
Italy’s defence minister has called for an investigation after more than 100 women reported being sexually harassed during an annual parade held by Italy’s elite mountain troops, the Alpini, last weekend.
The women, many of whom were working in bars and restaurants, claimed they were groped, catcalled and verbally abused during the event in Rimini, which was attended by about 75,000 Alpini veterans and serving members.
Non Una di Meno, a feminist alliance, said it had so far heard allegations of harassment from 150 women, some of whom have made formal complaints to the police.
I’m shocked these strong frontholes would even need help from cops
“There are numerous reports of harassment and catcalling by Alpine troops, mostly drunk, against women of all ages,” Non Una di Meno said in a statement. “Even more severe is the harassment suffered in the workplace by women who couldn’t respond in kind or escape this violence.”
The accusations of harassment have sparked a political debate, with the defence minister, Lorenzo Guerini, describing them as “very serious”.
“These episodes will certainly have to be investigated by the competent authorities. There must be zero tolerance. Harassment and violence must never, under any circumstances, be justified and must be condemned without hesitation,” he said.
Lorenzo Guerini
Established in 1872 to protect Italy’s northern borders, the Alpini is the oldest and most active mountain regiment in the world. Its troops are recognised by their distinctive green hats with raven feathers.
Matteo Salvini, the leader of the far-right League, said that while it was correct to condemn harassment if it had occurred, the “glorious Alpine corps” should not be singled out as a symbol of “violence and vulgarity”.
“The Alpini have always been an example of generosity, sacrifice and respect,” he added. “If someone has made a mistake, then it is right that he should pay. But hands off the history and future of the Alpine troops.”
Wow, Salvini talking like a fag. What happened to that guy?
The solution of course is to just ban men from joining the army.
Go full bio fronthole on the military.
That’ll have the added benefit of making the world safer for democracy.
They’ve already taken the first step