The trauma of being violated by unwanted or non-consensual sexual contact can be deep and lasting. This should not need explaining, but in our culture it still does. Sexual abuse and rape are central issues in the current presidential campaign. One of the candidates has allegedly been a serial sex offender over the course of many years, openly boasting of his attacks on women. The loyalty of his partner in standing by her man is understandable at a human level, as she defensively sees his victims as liars, describing his vile behavior as that of a "boy" more a follower than of a leader.
America needs a leader. I respect the courage of those who have come forward to disclose assaults experienced at the hands of this man who seeks the most powerful position in the world. There is only one person on the ballot with the experience, strength, and hope to serve as leader of the free world. Like many sex offenders, her opponent has sought to divert attention from his own crimes by pointing fingers in every direction but at himself. Hillary Clinton is the one candidate courageous enough to stand up to foreign and domestic bullies and serve as president of the United States.
Tom Rue
Monticello