The #MeToo movement sprang out in October 2017, connecting victims of sexual harassment and sexual assault across the country. The movement gained fuel as the shameful acts of powerful producers, directors and employers were brought to light, helping victims claim a voice in a society fraught with sexual violence. The movement demonstrated the widespread prevalence…
Our criminal justice system is founded on ideals such as “innocent until proven guilty,” checks and balances and requiring a high standard of proof by criminal prosecutors to prove guilt by “proof beyond a reasonable doubt.” These standards are intended to prevent the conviction of innocent parties who are accused of serious crimes. Unfortunately, many…
