Evolutionary psychologists: Women are less likely to get
themselves raped when they’re ovulating  As the daughter of two
cultural anthropologists, I’ve always viewed evolutionary
psychology with skepticism if not outright disdain. Sure, I love
a sweeping generalization as much as the next wannabe pundit.
But generally my thoughts can be summed up by this handy bingo
card.  So I’m glad that many other folks have taken the time to
challenge the shoddy scientific evidence cited in this Slate
article arguing that women evolved to protect themselves from
rape—especially when they’re ovulating. (Cause clearly we don’t
mind that much during the rest of the month.) The obvious
corollary, of course, is that men evolved to rape women whenever
they can.  Look, if you want to argue—by cherry-picking
“scientific” studies—that men evolved to rape—that it’s natural
even if it’s not acceptable—be my guest. I’d think a lot of
folks—including the vast majority of men who have not raped
anyone, never would, and might be sick an