Violence is a pervasive issue throughout history and continues to manifest in modern conflicts such as those between Russia and Ukraine, and Israel and its neighbors. In the United States, a significant proportion of violent crimes and homicides are committed by men, who also engage more frequently with violent media. Shakespeare's "Macbeth" offers insights into the relationship between violence and manhood in its portrayal of ambition leading to murder and the subsequent psychological effects. The play features complex representations of sexual identity, as seen in the witches' ambiguous gender expressions, linking to themes of violence and masculinity.
The prevalence of violence is interwoven with notions of manhood, as evidenced by men committing approximately 80% of all violent crimes and 88% of homicides in the US.
Violence remains a significant part of society, as children in the US witness an estimated 16,000 murders and 200,000 violent acts by the age of 18.
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