Misogynists like Andrew Tate hold sway over thousands of men and boys. Male leaders like me must address that | Humza Yousaf

We cannot be passive bystanders when the actions of men cause such pain and suffering. It's vital to listen and learn

I remember the feeling of bewilderment the first time my older sister told me how tightly she grips her keys in her pocket if she is walking alone in the dark. Bewilderment, because as men we just don't have to think that way.

And the reason for that? It is pretty simple: men have made our communities feel far too unsafe for far too many women. As first minister of Scotland - but more importantly as a father of two girls - this is not a situation I am prepared to simply accept.

Humza Yousaf is first minister of Scotland and leader of the Scottish National party

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