Kansas City Domestic Violence Spike Serves As Recession Indicator

This weekend . . . The uptick in domestic violence emerged in an otherwise peaceful nearby community and garnered national headlines . . . 

4 officers shot in rural Kansas while responding to domestic violence call 

Something to consider . . .

Worsening domestic violence is often a symptom of desperation and a valid indicator of turmoil amongst a growing number of American families. It's not wild speculation to consider that worsening economic reality might be a contributing factor.  

And here's the local angle . . .  

"Domestic violence advocates in Kansas City are sounding the alarm, saying case numbers are climbing and shelters are at capacity."

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .