The sentence — which means Weinstein, 67, would likely spend the rest of his life behind bars — was met with gasps in the courtroom, according to reporters present. “He violated my trust, my body and my basic right to reject his sexual advances,” Haleyi said in the courtroom Wednesday. “I hope the sentence sends a clear message that times have changed and that more women need to speak out for themselves, and men and women need to speak out for others. We need to show self-love and empathy to overcome centuries of illogical thinking that has normalized the sexual mistreatment of women. This is hopefully just the beginning.”A number of other Weinstein accusers applauded the sentence and thanked all of those who spoke out against him.

Source: Huffington Post March 11, 2020 17:37 UTC