Dr. Christine Blasey Ford told the Senate Judiciary Committee Thursday that she was “100 percent” sure that Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh sexually assaulted her when they were in high school. In an emotional opening statement, Ford said “I am here today not because I want to be. I am terrified. I am here because I believe it is my civic duty to tell you what happened to me.” During his testimony, Kavanaugh defiantly swore his innocence, called the confirmation hearings a “national disgrace” and said the charges against him are an “orchestrated political hit” that have destroyed his family. We’ll discuss the proceedings, the resulting political fallout and get your reactions.
Related Links and Resources
- National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline: 800.656.HOPE
- Tri-Valley Haven Hotlines: 925.449.5842 or 800.884.8119
- San Francisco Women Against Rape: 415.647.7273
- Rape Trauma Services in San Mateo County
- A Psychiatrist’s 5 Tips for Dealing With the Kavanaugh Hearing (The California Report)
- Guides for Family & Friends of Survivors (Boston University)
- What Should I Do if I or Someone I Know Was Sexually Assaulted? (Planned Parenthood)
Resources for Parents and Educators