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Dr. Jackson Katz is an internationally renowned author, professor, and filmmaker. He is also the founder of a gender violence education and prevention program for schools, sports culture, and the military. He wrote a book entitled Tough Guise 2 that explores the gender stereotypes our society has created for boys. He also narrated a documentary based on the book. Click here to access the 1-hour, 20-minute documentary. Consider and address each of the following questions after viewing the documentary, Tough Guise 2. Your answers should incorporate issues discussed in the documentary. Where do you believe your views and opinions on masculinity and men have come from? How do views and opinions compare to what Dr. Katz presents? Early in the video, we learn that men commit 90% of murders, 86% of armed robbery, 77% of aggravated assaults, 86% of domestic violence, 99% of rape, 87% of stalking cases, and 61 of 62 mass shootings. Are you surprised by these statistics? Why do you believe the overwhelming percentages of individuals who commit these acts are men? How do you believe exposure to violence has affected the development of boys and men, with regard to their willingness to take risks, express feelings, or form friendships? How does your opinion compare to what Dr. Katz presents? What protective measures could help mitigate the risk factors presented?