I don't know. I've seen other men persecuted for speaking out and... Sadly, many women break under the stress and just want to get away from the negativity.
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I don't necessarily believe that is what happened, but I like to attribute good to a good man like that. It could be a little bit of both: she was unhappy with his continued stance leading to discomfort for them all and he wanted to protect his family.
It is a good thing to think well of people. 😁