Russell Brand addressed sexual assault and rape allegations against him in a social media video, firmly denying the accusations. While expressing gratitude for support from fans, he criticized the British government for what he believes is the misuse of the law against individuals and institutions. Brand reflected on his past as a troubled individual but emphasized that he has never engaged in nonconsensual activity. He expressed confidence in his ability to face the accusations in court, framing the situation as a broader issue of governmental corruption and trust in the legal system.
We're very fortunate, I suppose, that this is happening at a time when we know that the law has become a kind of weapon to be used against people.
I've always told you guys, that when I was young and single before I had my wife and family I was a fool, man.
But what I never was was a rapist. I've never engaged in nonconsensual activity.
I now have the opportunity to defend these charges in court. And I'm incredibly...
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