Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg commended the women who testified against Harvey Weinstein after a jury conviction on one count of first-degree sexual assault. While a mistrial was declared for another charge due to juror threats, Bragg expressed regret to accuser Kaja Sokola. He underscored the significance of such trials in rectifying misconceptions surrounding rape and the challenges faced by survivors. Bragg stated the necessity for societal accountability and justice, emphasizing the profound power disparities in Hollywood that impact vulnerable women.
I want to say to Ms. Sokola, I am deeply sorry that that was the result. I thank you for your bravery. I thank you for coming forward.
This is a case about an immense power imbalance. Harvey Weinstein was a wealthy Hollywood gatekeeper, a titan of movies and television for decades.
Cases like Weinstein's help correct common misconceptions about rape, including that it cannot happen between acquaintances and romantic partners.
It takes immense courage for survivors to come forward, and without them, prosecutors cannot pursue accountability and justice.
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