1 Female Uber/Lyft Driver's is it actually safe?

Hello everyone, 

I hope all is well and everyone is having a great night!

A few nights ago my friend and i had a conversation about her career choice. She is currently working as a Uber driver part time. I honestly was just interested in how she is doing so I asked her a few questions. She expressed to me how difficult it actually is to be a attractive woman and also drive for Uber/Lyft. Let's break down a  couple of scenarios that is very alarming to me. 

The first scenario she explained to me is majority of the passengers sexual harass her. She unfortunately feels that type of inappropriate behavior is part of the job. It's sad because she needs the money and I explained to her that type of behavior is just unacceptable. 

This situation really got me puzzled.

I have two questions.

1st.

Why do Men/Ladies think it's okay to be so inhumane, just because you feel in control or have the upper hand?

2nd.

Why doesn't Uber/lyft do something better to protect drivers?

The two company's has to offer better support.

Second scenario if you're passengers attempt to make a pass and you turn them down.

Basically you don't receive a tip and they report false accusations in return as retaliation. 

Why is that fair ?

How is that safe?

Particularly when the company you work for is offering no solutions.

When you complain they ignore your concerns and they punish you by lowering your rating or deactivating you . 

We are living in the days of Injustice!

I took it upon myself to review Uber policy it's obvious Uber Don't care.

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