On my way from my job at a grocery store to my car, someone in a car slowed down and yelled, “Looking good today momma!ʺ
I ignored them and continued walking as if I didn’t hear them, but believe me, I was so shocked and frightened that I hurried to my car ASAP. I was wearing my work tshirt and baggy jeans, and it was still light out for Christs sake…it made me feel like I needed to look even uglier for work, and that I somehow triggered it. I was really upset by this and I haven’t been able to stop thinking about it.
Optional: What’s one way you think we can make public places safer for everyone?
Walking with a buddy to the car, making catcalling illegal!!
– Anonymous
Location: Houston, TX
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