Sis. Barb,
Persecution isn't just about the obvious putting your life in danger as has been brought out by many. Persecution takes many forms.
You have valid points about satan being on an all out attack on humanity as a whole, but I believe Crazyhomie has just as valid points that if satan attacks the women then he has the families.
Even the 'world' considers women among the discriminated against for centuries, right along with others who have been captive, bound, and held back.
One does not have to be right and one wrong...there are valid points on all sides. We all see through the glasses of our own experience in thse matters. if we unite instead of separating then we can make a difference in our world and being aware of satan's devices is the first offensive plan of attack.
Blessings, Rhoni
P.S. You are among the most articulate so I don't know why you don't consider yourself as such.