'It scars your soul' - Broadcaster Michael Reade reveals he was sexually abused and raped as a boy in interview recorded before his death
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Reade candidly shared for the first time his experience of being sexually abused as a child, expressing disappointment in the political response to child sexual abuse.
He emphasized the need for politicians who overlook such issues to reflect on their actions, urging them to examine their consciousness regarding handling abuse cases.
In introducing his posthumous broadcast, Reade acknowledged how strange it must be for listeners to hear him discuss his demise, and he sought to avoid upsetting anyone.
Reflecting on his trauma, he eloquently explained that the effects of abuse go far beyond the initial assault, deeply impacting one's life and psyche.
Read at Irish Independent
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