Spanish MPs have backed an 'only yes means yes' sexual consent law.
Spain's Congress has approved legislation that seeks to make it easier for victims of sexual violence to prosecute their attackers by emphasising the importance of consent.
The initiative was driven by the legal and social fallout from a notorious gang-rape case six years ago.
The Guarantee of Sexual Freedom law, also known as the "only yes means yes" law, was approved by a clear margin.
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Gawd, now Spain is miles ahead of the US. I think this law is wonderful, I hope it spreads all over the globe.
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