I think one really critical thing that can happen is that we collectively need to move away from “comeback” narratives in which, for a powerful man who is accused of harassment and assault, the question becomes whether, first of all, these women are ruining his life. Second, after a “suitable” period of time, he has clearly repented and he should be allowed back into society. That is not survivor-focused language. That is not language that validates the incredible courage it takes to come forward about men who are in power. I think that one way we can make the culture better is to move away from language like that.
On April 2nd, 2019. See this statement in context.