Why did all women take the Donald Trump tape so personally? - Hindustan Times
close_game
close_game

Why did all women take the Donald Trump tape so personally?

Hindustan Times | BySeema Goswami
Mar 10, 2017 08:17 AM IST

Even in the 21st century, the medieval, feudal concept of ‘droit du seigneur’ – the right of powerful men to make free with a woman’s body without her consent – is still kicking ass.

Like everyone else on the planet, I have an opinion on the US election. And yes, you’re right, if I had a vote, it would go to Hillary Clinton. Because, you know, the other guy is a sexist, misogynist, self-confessed serial groper.

There are myriad reasons women don’t report sexual assault: because we are embarrassed, ashamed, terrified of being disbelieved, and mortified at the thought of being known ever after as ‘that girl’(Getty Images)
There are myriad reasons women don’t report sexual assault: because we are embarrassed, ashamed, terrified of being disbelieved, and mortified at the thought of being known ever after as ‘that girl’(Getty Images)
Oscars 2024: Nominees to Red Carpet Glam! Get Exclusive Coverage on HT. Click Here

Catch your daily dose of Fashion, Health, Festivals, Travel, Relationship, Recipe and all the other Latest Lifestyle News on Hindustan Times Website and APPs
SHARE THIS ARTICLE ON
Share this article
SHARE
Story Saved
Live Score
OPEN APP
Saved Articles
Following
My Reads
Sign out
New Delhi 0C
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Start 14 Days Free Trial Subscribe Now
Follow Us On