Trigger
A friend in college once asked me what my worst fear is.
I responded, “Rape.”
Across my social media feeds since Sunday, I have read about the horrific “Cornell 7” case.
This case is triggering to all women because even if not all women have been abused or assaulted, we have all been harassed.
We’ve been catcalled, kisses blown in our direction, had a man stand directly in front of us on an empty train car so our eyes cannot avoid his crotch, been brushed against too closely — and unnecessarily.
And more.
All women know that at any point, we could potentially become a victim.
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It is a terrifying way to live.
And frankly, the lack of accountability in this case does not surprise me in the least.
The message that (certain) criminals can get away with their crimes has been loud and clear for quite some time.
Tread lightly as you share information about this case.
Someone not posting anything might very well be because the case is triggering and overwhelming.
All women know what it means to live in fear.
Tread lightly.
