[Nobody's Victim]
Victims' rights attorney Carrie Goldberg discussed litigating cases of sexual harassment and sexual assault stemming from online threats.
View Article[Guilt by Accusation]
Harvard University Law Professor Alan Dershowitz talked about his book, [Guilt by Accusation: The Challenge of Proving Innocence in the Age of #MeToo], in which he offered his thoughts on how sexual...
View ArticleSexual Assault in the Military, Report Review
The Defense Advisory Committee on Investigation, Prosecution, and Defense of Sexual Assault in the Armed Forces held a public meeting in Arlington, Virginia. In this portion of the meeting, committee...
View ArticleSenator Dan Sullivan on "Alaskan of the Week"
Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) recognized journalist Kyle Hopkins on the chamber floor for his work on a 17-part series on sexual assault in Alaska.
View ArticleHearing on Sexual Harassment in the Military
The House Armed Services Subcommittee on Military Personnel held a hearing on sexual assault and harassment in the military following the death of Private First Class Vanessa Guillen at Fort Hood...
View Article[No Stopping Us Now] and [She Said]
[The New York Times'] Gail Collins, the author of [No Stopping Us Now: The Adventures of Older Women in American History], and Megan Twohey, the author of [She Said: Breaking the Sexual Harassment...
View Article[Our Bodies, Their Battlefields]
British foreign correspondent Christina Lamb looked at the experiences of women during wartime and the use of sexual violence as a weapon of war. This virtual event was hosted by the Wilson Center.
View ArticleDefense Department Briefing on Sexual Assault
Pentagon Press Secretary John Kirby and Lynn Rosenthal, chair of the 90-day Independent Review Commission on Sexual Assault in the Military, held a briefing at the Pentagon.
View ArticleWashington Today
This program looks at the June jobs report, Independence Day holiday travel and coronavirus concerns, the U.S. leaving a key base in Afghanistan, and a Pentagon report on handling sexual assault in the...
View Article[Awakening]
Meighan Stone and Rachel Vogelstein spoke about the global impact of the #MeToo movement. Politics and Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C., hosted this virtual event.
View ArticleGovernor Andrew Cuomo Farewell Address
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo (D) gave his farewell address. The governor was set to resign after the New York Attorney General Letitia James released a report detailing allegations of sexual...
View ArticleSenator Durbin on Hearing About Sexual Assault and Larry Nassar
Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) spoke to reporters about testimony from American Olympic gymnasts on Larry Nassar. Mr. Nassar is a former doctor for USA Gymnastics who was convicted of sexual abuse charges...
View ArticleSenator Blumenthal on Hearing About Sexual Assault and Larry Nassar
Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) spoke to reporters about testimony from American Olympic gymnasts on Larry Nassar. Mr. Nassar is a former doctor for USA Gymnastics who was convicted of sexual abuse...
View ArticleSenator Cornyn on Hearing About Sexual Assault and Larry Nassar
Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) spoke to reporters about testimony from American Olympic gymnasts on Larry Nassar. Mr. Nassar is a former doctor for USA Gymnastics who was convicted of sexual abuse charges...
View ArticleWashington Football Team Work Environment
Six former employees of the newly-named Washington Commanders testified about working for the NFL team amid accusations of harassment and widespread misconduct. They detailed their experiences and...
View ArticleHouse Debate on Ending Forced Arbitration for Sexual Assault and Harrassment
The House debated a bill that prevents employers from using forced arbitration in cases of sexual misconduct in the workplace; thereby giving employees a chance to take legal action if they choose. The...
View ArticleSenators on Ending Forced Arbitration for Workplace Sexual Misconduct Cases
Senators Joni Ernst (R-IA), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), and Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke about legislation that would prohibit employers from requiring that their...
View ArticleEnrollment Ceremony for Bill Ending Forced Arbitration in Sexual Assault and...
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) enrolled H.R. 4445, the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021, which amends federal law to prohibit pre-dispute mandatory...
View ArticleAfter Words with Christine Emba
[Washington Post] columnist Christine Emba offered her thoughts on sexual consent and societal attitudes toward sex in the 21st century. She was interviewed by author Donna Freitas.
View Article[Code of Silence]
Investigative reporter Lise Olsen talked about the system that protects federal judges accused of sexual misconduct and the whistleblowers who spoke out against it. The San Antonio Book Festival hosted...
View ArticleVeterans Affairs Department Sexual Harassment Policy
Officials from the Veterans Affairs Department's Resolution Management team appeared at a House Veterans Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations hearing on what is being done to address...
View ArticleDefense Officials Testify on Countering Sexual Assault in the Military
Defense Undersecretary for Personnel and Readiness Gil Cisneros testified at a House Armed Services Subcommittee on Military Personnel hearing on the implementation of the recommendations of the...
View ArticleHouse Hearing on JROTC Sexual Abuse Allegations
Defense Department officials testified at a House Oversight and Reform Subcommittee on National Security hearing on the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corp sexual abuse allegations that were published...
View ArticleChristian Colleges and Universities Conference
Education Secretary Betsy DeVos addressed students and college presidents at the annual Council for Christian Colleges and Universities conference in Washington, DC. She talked about priorities within...
View ArticleBiden Courage Awards
Former Vice President Joe Biden, who was considering a 2020 presidential run, spoke at the Biden Courage Awards, which were held at the Russian Tea Room in New York City. The former vice president...
View ArticleSexual Assault in the Mililtary
Current and former military officials testified before the House Armed Services Military Personnel Subcommittee on the role of commanders in sexual assault prosecutions within the armed services. Three...
View ArticleOpen Phones
Telephone lines and social media were open for viewer comments from Democrats on a video released by former Vice President Joe Biden addressing accusations of inappropriate conduct toward women.
View ArticlePresident Trump Remarks to Reporters
As President Trump left the White House for Camp David, he took questions from reporters on issues including Iran, National Security Adviser John Bolton, and allegations of sexual assault in the 1990's.
View ArticleArmy Colonel Kathryn A. Spletstoser News Conference
Army Colonel Kathryn Spletstoser, who accused General John Hyten of sexual misconduct, held a news conference following a confirmation hearing for General Hyten to serve as the vice chair of the Joint...
View ArticleOpen Phones, Part 1
Viewers commented on a [New York Times] report about new allegations of sexual misconduct against Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh.
View Article[She Said]
Investigative journalists Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey discussed the #MeToo movement and their investigation of sexual harassment allegations against Harvey Weinstein. They were interviewed by author...
View ArticleChristina Marcos on Sexual Assault Allegations Against Joe Biden
Cristina Marcos spoke by phone about the sexual assault allegations against Joe Biden and the response from House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
View ArticleOpen Phones, Part 1
Viewers commented on the sexual assault allegation against Joe Biden.
View ArticleOpen Phones, Part 2
Viewers commented on the sexual assault allegation against Joe Biden.
View ArticleOpen Phones, Part 1
Democratic viewers responded to the question, "In this 'Me Too' era, does the accusation against Joe Biden make you reconsider your potential support for him?" Tara Reade, a former staffer for Mr....
View ArticleHeather Drevna on the Biden Sexual Assault Allegation
Heather Drevna of RAINN, the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization, talked about the sexual assault allegation against former Vice President Joe Biden and the broader issue of sexual...
View ArticleJoseph Spector on New York Governor Cuomo Investigation
Joseph Spector talked about the investigation of New York Governor Andrew Cuomo after sexual harassment allegations.
View ArticleOpen Phones
Viewers commented on sexual harassment allegations against New York Governor Andrew Cuomo.
View ArticleJoseph Spector on New York Governor Cuomo Investigation
Joseph Spector talked about the investigation into sexual harassment allegations against New York Governor Andrew Cuomo.
View ArticleOpen Phones, Part 1
Viewers responded to the question "Should New York Governor Andrew Cuomo resign?"
View ArticleNew York Governor Cuomo Announces Resignation
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo (D) held a news conference to announce his resignation over sexual harassment allegations. "The best way I can help now is if I step aside and let government get back to...
View ArticleOpen Phones
Viewers commented on the resignation of New York Governor Andrew Cuomo following an investigation into sexual harassment allegations.
View ArticleMichael Tomasky on Andrew Cuomo's Resignation
Michael Tomasky, editor of [New Republic], discussed his recent piece on Andrew Cuomo's resignation as New York governor, "Andrew Cuomo and the Line No Democrat Can Cross."
View ArticleNew York Lieutenant Governor Hochul News Conference
Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul (D-NY) held a news conference a day after Governor Andrew Cuomo (D-NY) announced he will resign from office amid allegations of sexual harassment. The lieutenant...
View ArticleOpen Phones, Part 1
Viewers commented on U.S. gymnasts' criticism of the FBI's investigation into USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar.
View ArticleSenator Gillibrand News Conference on Sexual Assault and Harassment
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) spoke to reporters following passage of a bill that ends arbitration in sexual assault and harassment cases. She was joined by a bipartisan group of senators: Majority...
View ArticlePresident Biden Signs Sexual Assault and Harassment Legislation
At a ceremony in the White House East Room, President Biden signed into law the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021. The legislation makes it easier for...
View ArticleNFL Commissioner Testifies on Washington Commanders Workplace Culture
House Oversight and Reform Committee Chair Carolyn Maloney (D-NY) said the NFL's unwillingness to release the full findings of an internal investigation into the workplace environment of the Washington...
View Article[Burn It Down]
[Vanity Fair] contributing editor Maureen Ryan talked about sexual harassment and bias in Hollywood and the people fighting for reform within the entertainment industry. This event was part of the 2023...
View ArticleWhistleblowers Testify on U.S. Coast Guard Academy Sexual Assault
"Faith in the Coast Guard within its own members is destroyed. It is not eroded, it is destroyed," said Lt. Melissa McCafferty's (Ret.) during the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs...
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