Ahead of Weinstein’s sentencing, one woman expressed before the court how Weinstein’s assault adversely impacted her life.
The unnamed woman stated that after the former film producer’s “brutal assault,” she went from feeling confident and happy to feeling invisible, alone, and without an identity.
Reactions on social media
On social media, the news of Harvey Weinstein’s conviction for rape rapidly spread once the court delivered it. Many folks expressed hope that this represents progress and a shift away from a culture that permitted the exploitation of women.
Weinstein’s legal counsel has suggested that an appeal of the 16-year sentence is coming. However, all things considered, the sentence will likely stick, just as its 2020 counterpart did.
During this trial that led to Weinstein’s conviction, four different women testified. Each one alleges that the former film producer sexually assaulted them in hotel rooms.
