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You Too: 25 Voices Share Their #MeToo Stories

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You Too?: 25 Voices Share Their #MeToo Stories

by Janet Gurtler

4.5 out of 5

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In the wake of the #MeToo movement, women have been sharing their stories of sexual harassment and assault in unprecedented numbers. These stories are powerful, heartbreaking, and inspiring. They show the pervasiveness of sexual violence in our society and the need for change.

Here are 25 of these stories.

I was 16 years old when my boss at a summer job sexually harassed me. He would make inappropriate comments to me, touch me without my consent, and even try to kiss me. I was terrified to tell anyone what was happening, because I was afraid I would lose my job.
-- Anonymous

I was 22 years old when I was raped by a stranger. I was walking home from work one night when he attacked me. I was so scared and ashamed that I didn't tell anyone what had happened for months.
-- Anonymous

I was 35 years old when I was sexually assaulted by a co-worker. He cornered me in a stairwell and groped me. I managed to get away, but I was so shaken that I couldn't bring myself to report it to the police.
-- Anonymous

These are just a few of the many stories that have been shared in the wake of the #MeToo movement. They show that sexual harassment and assault are not isolated incidents. They are a systemic problem that affects women of all ages, races, and backgrounds.

The #MeToo movement has helped to break the silence around sexual violence. It has given women a voice to share their stories and to demand change. It has also led to a number of important changes in the way that sexual harassment and assault are handled by law enforcement and the courts.

However, there is still much work to be done. We need to continue to challenge the culture of silence that surrounds sexual violence. We need to hold perpetrators accountable for their actions. And we need to create a world where all women are safe from sexual harassment and assault.

If you have been affected by sexual harassment or assault, there are resources available to help you. You can find more information on the website of the National Sexual Violence Resource Center: https://www.nsvrc.org/.

You Too?: 25 Voices Share Their #MeToo Stories

by Janet Gurtler

4.5 out of 5