""There's the victim blaming that comes up, around instead of holding the abuser accountable for their actions... their story is minimized," said Adriana Caldera Boroffice, CEO of YWCA Golden Gate Silicon Valley."
""There's a lot of betrayal, around the issue of sexual assault. Often it's someone who we respect. And we're seeing that in this case," said Janelle White of San Francisco Women Against Rape."
Allegations against labor leader Cesar Chavez have resurfaced, with multiple women claiming he abused his power to exploit them. Dolores Huerta has alleged that Chavez raped her multiple times. The public response has been mixed, with support and backlash towards the women who spoke out. Advocates emphasize that fear of disbelief and public scrutiny often deter survivors from disclosing abuse, particularly when the accused is a revered figure. The emotional toll of betrayal complicates the healing process for survivors and the community.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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