Rape Survivors Will Go To Jail If They Refuse To Testify In Louisiana
Survivors of sexual assault are often in shock or suffering from trauma, but one Louisiana District Attorney couldn’t possibly care less if it leads to a conviction. Democrat Leon Cannizzaro explained to WWL radio that sometimes a crime victim needs to be put in jail...D.C. Mayor To Propose Bill Expanding Rights Of Sexual Assault Survivors
D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser (D) is set to announce on Thursday legislation that would enhance the rights of victims of sexual assaults, particularly juveniles, and expand what can be considered a crime during an attack. Measures being proposed reflect year-long...GA SA Survivors & Advocates Oppose Last Minute Move To Pass Controversial Campus Rape Bill
Georgia’s controversial House Bill 51, which would require colleges and universities to report rapes (and other felonies) to the police whether or not the survivor consents, was unanimously tabled by the state Senate Judiciary Committee last Thursday to give the...GOP Politician Says Pregnancy From Rape Or Incest Is Like 'Beauty From Ashes'
Republican politicians frequently have to say dumb and vile things to justify abortion bans that don’t allow exceptions under any circumstances—including pregnancies resulting from rape or incest, or if the woman’s life is in danger. The latest example...