"Now I know what it was like to live during McCarthyism, albeit today the issue is sexual harassment and not communism. I'm simply waiting for something really outlandish like the Dalai Lama being accused, and then Buddha issuing a statement to the press that the Chosen One did not choose wisely. "
I got this from a friend on Facebook. It does seem very odd that sexual harassment claims have become the latest trend with people around the world joining the "band-wagon.
I know many men and women have suffered from sexual harassment and sexual assault (there is a very big difference between harassment and assault) and that is both wrong and illegal, but the overall timing of "Pandora's Box" is what I question - as well as some of the claims. I do personally know people who have been sexually harassed and sexually assaulted and so don't make this statement lightly. Sexual harassment and sexual assault should not be tolerated and while they are usually illegal (not in all cases or regions though) there can be loop-holes or ways around the law that prevent the victim from getting the help and justice they deserve.
With that said: There needs to be accountability for both the accused and the accusers. Those that are convicted of doing the crime (sexual harassment and/or sexual assault) should be punished as well as anyone who is found to wrongfully accuse someone. Both kinds of people are disgusting.
I know many men and women have suffered from sexual harassment and sexual assault (there is a very big difference between harassment and assault) and that is both wrong and illegal, but the overall timing of "Pandora's Box" is what I question - as well as some of the claims. I do personally know people who have been sexually harassed and sexually assaulted and so don't make this statement lightly. Sexual harassment and sexual assault should not be tolerated and while they are usually illegal (not in all cases or regions though) there can be loop-holes or ways around the law that prevent the victim from getting the help and justice they deserve.
With that said: There needs to be accountability for both the accused and the accusers. Those that are convicted of doing the crime (sexual harassment and/or sexual assault) should be punished as well as anyone who is found to wrongfully accuse someone. Both kinds of people are disgusting.
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