Francine Wilson, domestic abuse victim and subject of TV film "The Burning Bed," dies at 69 - Chicago Tribune

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Francine Wilson, domestic abuse victim and subject of TV film "The Burning Bed," dies at 69 Chicago Tribune The film, along with coverage of Wilson's case, was credited with dramatically altering public perceptions of domestic violence - redefining it as a crime rather than a private affair and spurring the establishment of shelters across the United States ... and more »