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some organizations and people believe it is, but there is no valid proof. Just speculations and myths.
It could either be the Grandfather or the poll tax. Both were used by Southern states to prevent freedmen and Blacks from voting. It even affected poor whites who could not afford to pay the poll tax. Still there was a coalition of Republicans who were elected nonetheless.
1) The victim fears revenge from the Perpetrator - this is mostly the case if they can''t trust the police or justice system to protect them efficiently
2) The abuser is someone close to the victim - and the victim feels obliged to the perpetrator. This is often the case in domestic abuse.
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answer: There are ways for people to come together even if they are not playing. They can root for the team, design uniforms, raise money for equipment, and keep score. Even non-players can participate and be a part of the community.