Sexual assault

Trump on Reporting a Sexual Assault

Trump on Reporting a Sexual Assault Trump on Reporting a Sexual Assault

She didn’t file a police report When claims were fresh and could be tracked. And, by the way, the same is true Of all those chicks that I attacked.

Sep 27, 2018 / Column / Calvin Trillin

Brett Kavanaugh with Trump

Reasons to Believe Reasons to Believe

10 ways to respond to Brett Kavanaugh’s defenders.

Sep 26, 2018 / Column / Patricia J. Williams

Brett Kavanaugh

What the Worst of Sports Taught Brett Kavanaugh—and What It Still Teaches Today What the Worst of Sports Taught Brett Kavanaugh—and What It Still Teaches Today

My experience around privileged high-school and college athletes leads me directly to the accusations made against Brett Kavanaugh.

Sep 26, 2018 / Dave Zirin

Protesters demonstrate in Russell Building to oppose the nomination of Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh on September 24, 2018.

Take Action to Support Survivors and Oppose Brett Kavanaugh Take Action to Support Survivors and Oppose Brett Kavanaugh

Republicans continue to rush Kavanaugh’s confirmation and dismiss the serious allegations.

Sep 25, 2018 / no-paywall / NationAction

Brett Kavanaugh’s Fox News Interview Was a Disaster—for Him

Brett Kavanaugh’s Fox News Interview Was a Disaster—for Him Brett Kavanaugh’s Fox News Interview Was a Disaster—for Him

He was stiff and unconvincing—and he put claims on the record that could easily be disproved.

Sep 25, 2018 / Joan Walsh

Brett Kavanaugh Laughing

The Fate and Future of Christine Blasey Ford The Fate and Future of Christine Blasey Ford

What lies ahead for the women who expose the despicable pasts of powerful men?

Sep 19, 2018 / Rafia Zakaria

I Want to Explore Polyamory, My Partner Doesn’t. What Should I Do?

I Want to Explore Polyamory, My Partner Doesn’t. What Should I Do? I Want to Explore Polyamory, My Partner Doesn’t. What Should I Do?

Another reader asks how she can protect others from an ex-colleague who may have assaulted three women.

Aug 31, 2018 / Asking for a Friend / Liza Featherstone

What’s Next for #MeToo?

What’s Next for #MeToo? What’s Next for #MeToo?

Women who’ve worked a decade to get to this “moment” say more is needed to change attitudes about sexual harassment and assault.

Aug 1, 2018 / Bryce Covert

Vietnam Garment Factory Workers

A #MeToo Movement for the Global Fashion Industry A #MeToo Movement for the Global Fashion Industry

The women who keep the global garment supply chain running are facing their own gender-based abuse.

Jul 17, 2018 / Michelle Chen

Katie Porter, Ayanna Pressley, and Mary Barzee Flores.

What Happens When Political Candidates Say #MeToo What Happens When Political Candidates Say #MeToo

A number of women on the campaign trail are sharing personal stories of harassment and assault.

Jul 17, 2018 / Katie Way

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