In recent news sexual harassment has becoming a number one topic in the news media. Sexual harassment which typically involves women, but not limited to men and people of the same sex, happens in the workplace, or other professional or social situation, involving the making of unwanted sexual advances or obscene remarks. However, “harassment can include “sexual harassment” or unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical harassment of a sexual nature (U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, n.d.).” Harassers who have recently been accused of these unwanting activities have been found to be men of higher power. This includes hollywood celebrities, news anchors, and administrators/assistants in school …show more content…
Like other crimes, sexual assault is a act of violence however, in a sexual way. Crimes such as sexual assault happens because perpetrators desires power and control over their target victims (University of Michigan- Sexual Assault Misconceptions). Provided that, recent cases are involving men assaulting women, according to University of Michigan- Understanding the Perpetrator (2018), men are more likely to commit sexual violence in communities where sexual violence goes unpunished. For example, celebrities and media figures who have been recently accused of sexual assault are people like Bill Cosby, Harvey Weinstein, and Charlie Rose to name a few. Because of their high power position these men and others have been getting away with this crime for …show more content…
Constand, was drugged and sexual assaulted 14 years ago inside the home of Cosby (Bowley and Hurdle, 2018). According to Bowley et al (2018), Cosby now faces up to 10 years for each count in state prison. Another harasser is Harvey Weinstein, a famous film producer who in recent years produced films such as Shakespeare in Love (1998), Gangs of New York (2002), and Tulip Fever (2017) to name a few, is also facing sexual assault allegations. Since Oct 2017, over a dozen women have come forward saying that Weinstein has sexually assaulted them, asked for sexual favors, and or, raped them, as his “promise to help advance their careers (BBC News, 2018).” As of May 25, 2018, Weinstein is “charged with rape and several other counts of sexual abuse against two women, but hasn't be convicted yet (BBC News. 2018).” Another famous harassers is Charlie Rose. Rose is a popular journalist that formerly worked for CBS News on “CBS This Morning” and “60 Minutes” and had a talk show named after him on PBS (Atkinson, 2018). Rose is accused of sexually assaulting 27 women over three decades. According to Atkinson (2018), reports where made three times to CBS about Rose’s behavior starting back in 1986 to recently in April 2017. Apparently,
This case involves a sophomore at a high school named Christine Franklin, who alleged that she was sexually harassed and abused by a teacher and sports coach by the name of Andrew Hill. These allegations were occurring from 1986-1988, a total of two years. These allegations included Hill having explicit conversations with Franklin, forcing her to kiss him, and forceful intercourse on school grounds. Franklin claimed that she let teachers and administrators know about the harassment and that other students were going through the same harassment. The result of telling the teachers and administrators was that nothing was done about the situation and even encouraged Franklin not
Most importantly, the allegations of sexual harassment bring into question the consensual nature of his advances. As Rubin explains "A democratic morality should judge sexual acts by the way partners treat one another, the level of mutual consideration, the presence or absence of coercion, and the quantity and quality of the pleasures which they provide.
Sexual assault is defined as a type of behaviour that occurs without explicit consent from the recipient and under sexual assault come various categories such as sexual activities as forces sexual intercourse, incest, fondling, attempted rape and more (Justice.gov. 2017). People often become victims of sexual assault by someone they know and trust (Mason & Lodrick, 2013) which is conflicting to the public’s perception and beliefs that offenders are strangers. Women are the main victims for sexual assault and are 5 times more likely to have been a victim of sexual assault from a male (Wright, 2017, p. 93). Men are victims of sexual assault however only 0.7% of men, compared to 3.2% of women, experience some form of sexual assault which highlights how vulnerable women are compared to men. Sexual assault is publicised and exposed in the media, however is often
In the documentary Dreamworlds 3, popular music videos are examined. The documentary includes multiple videos portraying women in little clothing, stripping, and dancing on other men or the main singer. There is nothing wrong with a woman controlling her sexuality and expressing herself however she chooses, but these videos create a different narrative. The documentary shows an attack on women in Central Park, NYC in 2000 who were sexually assaulted, dosed in water and stripped of their clothes. This imagery is shocking, but it has been seen time and time again in music videos. It isn’t hard to make a connection between the men’s actions in Central Park and the actions of the people in music videos. Women aren’t respected in the videos so it gives the impression that men don’t need to respect women in real
According to Webster’s online dictionary, it is believed that the phrase “sexual harassment” was coined at Cornell University in 1974 ("Sexual harassment," 2011). The phrase wasn’t, however, really used in common language until the testimony of Anita Hill against Clarence Thomas in 1991. Sexual harassment can take many different shapes and forms. According to a Fox News article, the sexual harassment claims made by men have increased twofold in the last twenty years ("Sexual harassment claims," 2010). Because sexual harassment is illegal both on a federal and state level in many states, there are steps that an individual and employer should take to prevent sexual harassment.
Sexual harassment is an important issue in every business; if left unattended it could cost companies millions in damages. In 1980 the Supreme Court ruled that sexual harassment was a violation of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. From 1978 to 1980, sexual harassment cases brought against companies cost them $189 million. This number rose to $267 million from 1985-1987. Damages are just measured only by numbers. Sexual harassment can cause harm to a company's image, reputation, customers, as well as their revenue.
Marilyn Manson. He may have created a hug name for himself in the music industry, but he was also charged with sexual misconduct. The charge was filed by a security officer after allegedly accused of rubbing his crotch on the officer's head. Manson was charged with misdemeanor
Sexual assault is a term that is used interchangeably with the word rape. The decision on whether or not to use the term rape or sexual assault is made by a state’s jurisdiction. Sexual assault is more readily used in an attempt to be more gender neutral (National Victim Center). Sexual assault can be most easily described as forced or unconsentual sexual intercourse. The individual that is performing these acts on the victim may either be a stranger or an acquaintance. In 1994, 64.2 percent of all rapes were committed by someone the offender had previously known (Ringel, 1997). Regardless, this type of crime can have extreme effects on the victim.
Sexual harassment and assault is prevalent in our society. According to the New York Times, 60 percent of women have been sexually harassed. Of the women who answered this poll, 69% percent said the harassment happened at work, “43% said on the street and 15 percent said it happened at home.” Men also endure sexual harassment as 20% have stated they have been the victims of sexual harassment. This paper will focus on sexual harassment that happens at work.
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For some, sexual harassment and assault seem almost like myths or bad dreams. For others, it's a living reality. The United States Department of Justice defines sexual assault as “any type of sexual contact or behavior that occurs without the explicit consent of the recipient.” Sexual harassment and assault are demeaning, terrifying, and forceful behaviors. And yet, it’s happening every day.
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Sexual harassment in the workplace has been a huge problem in recent history. It can happen to anyone, and it can happen everywhere. It can affect all types of races, genders and ages. Statistics today show that more and more sexual harassment has become an issue due to the large number of cases presented. Mainstream media becomes consumed covering sexual harassment because of the high-profile cases.
Sexual Harassment/Assault is a growing issue in the U.S. In this paper, I will highlight the meaning of sexual harassment, some of the signs, behavior theories, and concepts of being sexually harassed. The history of sexual harassment dates back to slave days when it didn’t really have a meaning or name, but women activists were protesting against it. I will explore the statistics of sexual harassment and how it occurs more commonly in women. Also, I will share my personal experiences as a teenager dealing with my sister being sexually harassed at her first job.
In today’s workplace, sexual harassment is a growing problem. The legal definition of sexual harassment is any unwelcome sexual advance or conduct on the job that creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive working environment. Another definition is the making of unwanted and offensive sexual advances or of sexually offensive remarks or acts, especially by one in a superior or supervisory position. Women and men of all ages, backgrounds, races and experience are harassed on the job. Sexual harassment encountered in workplaces is a hazard across the world that reduces the quality of working life, jeopardizes the well-being of women and men, undermines gender equality and imposes costs on firms and organizations.