With Harvey Weinstein’s criminal trial slated to begin within days, two dozen of his accusers have issued a statement about the disgraced movie producer, signaling their intentions to continue to speak out. ”Weinstein is a serial predator who sexually abused women for decades, taking advantage of his power and connections to systematically silence the women who could bring his crimes to light. This trial is critical to show that predators everywhere will be held accountable and that speaking up can bring about real change. AdvertisementOn Jan. 6, Weinstein faces charges of sexual assault involving multiple women in New York City. The comments triggered a swift backlash, including a formal statement signed by 23 of his accusers.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 03, 2020 19:30 UTC