Support Among Victims

The 50-some victims, that have come forward to press charges of sexual abuse against ex-Penn State football coach Sandusky, met one another as they attended the preliminary hearing today. Although Sandusky waived his right to a preliminary hearing, essentially halting the proceedings in their tracks, and this means the victims' testimonies against him will wait until trial, they are realizing they are not alone. Victims are strengthened and emboldened by the knowledge of and introduction to other victims, especially of the same perpetrator. When victims gain the strength and courage to speak out and actually testify in court against their perpetrators, then there is a chance that justice will be done.