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The Subjection of Women · Character

The Judge

A metaphorical figure representing impartial justice in argument.

minor

Also known as The judge who gives a just decision, himself

First appearance: i

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The Judge first appears in 0000 i.

With Narrator (rivalry): The narrator critiques the Judge's legal reasoning that upholds women's subjection. With The Romans (social): The Judge's rulings are grounded in Roman legal precedents that enforce women's dependency.

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