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Self-proclaimed “prophet” had sex with underage wives’ father while forcing them to watch
Samuel Bateman was recently arrested after police discovered that he allegedly had 20 wives, most under the age of 15.
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News (USA)
Protestors demand end to law that allows Mormon Church to not report child abuse
Over 20 U.S. states allow church officials not to report any admissions of child sexual abuse that occur during a religious confession.
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Health and Wellness
Queer survivors of sexual abuse are frequently blamed for their own victimization
When young queer people experience sexual abuse, they often end up isolated from loved ones and stigmatized by the professionals who are supposed to help.
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Politics
Republican who said Jackson was lenient on pedophiles had questionable start with far-younger wife
Rep. John Rose may have awarded his future wife with a scholarship when she was 20. Now his party is calling everyone they disagree with “groomers.”
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Life
Anti-gay rapper Boosie Badazz says he hired woman to sexually assault his 12 & 13-year-old sons
“I know what the f*ck she did to them… I’m getting them prepared, man.”
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News (USA)
UPDATED: Streisand clarifies comment stating Jackson’s sex abuse victims were “thrilled to be there”
You can’t really use a child’s enthusiasm as proof that they enjoyed their own abuse.
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Commentary
Can the LGBTQ community trust Pope Francis? Ask sex abuse survivors.
It’s not enough for Francis to say he embraces our community – privately or publicly. He must also do it.