The article critiques society's failure to believe and support Black women facing abuse and violence, citing historical and recent examples. It references Anita Hill's testimony against Clarence Thomas, Rihanna's experience with Chris Brown, and Megan Thee Stallion's shooting by Tory Lanez. The author expresses frustration over public disbelief and victim-blaming surrounding these cases and highlights Halle Bailey and Cassie Ventura's struggles for justice as part of the ongoing battle to truly protect Black women, emphasizing that protection must extend to belief and support in their narratives.
When you say protect Black women, it doesnât only look like believing them. It means listening to them, ceasing microagressions, and providing them with the support necessary to receive justice.
Itâs 'protect Black women' until itâs time to believe them. Nearly 35 years have passed since we learned about the harassment Hill endured and we still donât believe Black women.
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