<p>Erin and Autumn discuss the landmark case of Yvonne Swan Wanrow. It explores the self-defense case, the reasonable person law, challenges faced by Yvonne, the threat of William Wessler, the night of the shooting, fear and vulnerability, police inaction, and the women's fear for safety. The case of Yvonne Swan Wanrow, an indigenous woman who defended herself and her children, led to a landmark legal reform in Washington state. The story highlights the injustice, gender bias, and the impact of Yvonne's case on legal history and feminist movements.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Introduction of Fran Jenkins and the persona created for Autumn</li><li>Exploration of the landmark case of Yvonne Swan Wanrow and the impact on self-defense for women. Landmark legal reform</li><li>Impact on feminist movements</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introducing Fran Jenkins</li><li>08:18 The Self-Defense Case</li><li>14:09 The Night of the Shooting</li><li>20:15 Arrival at Shirley's House</li><li>25:49 911 Call</li><li>31:41 Washington Supreme Court</li><li>38:34 Legal Reform</li><li>44:02 Conclusion</li></ul>

Murder, Not Murdering

Murder, Not Murdering

How Washington State's Self Defense Was Changed: Yvonne Swan Wanrow

APR 27, 202645 MIN
Murder, Not Murdering

How Washington State's Self Defense Was Changed: Yvonne Swan Wanrow

APR 27, 202645 MIN

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<p>Erin and Autumn discuss the landmark case of Yvonne Swan Wanrow. It explores the self-defense case, the reasonable person law, challenges faced by Yvonne, the threat of William Wessler, the night of the shooting, fear and vulnerability, police inaction, and the women's fear for safety. The case of Yvonne Swan Wanrow, an indigenous woman who defended herself and her children, led to a landmark legal reform in Washington state. The story highlights the injustice, gender bias, and the impact of Yvonne's case on legal history and feminist movements.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Introduction of Fran Jenkins and the persona created for Autumn</li><li>Exploration of the landmark case of Yvonne Swan Wanrow and the impact on self-defense for women. Landmark legal reform</li><li>Impact on feminist movements</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introducing Fran Jenkins</li><li>08:18 The Self-Defense Case</li><li>14:09 The Night of the Shooting</li><li>20:15 Arrival at Shirley's House</li><li>25:49 911 Call</li><li>31:41 Washington Supreme Court</li><li>38:34 Legal Reform</li><li>44:02 Conclusion</li></ul>