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Survivors Network of Those Abused by Priests
Posted by Statement by Christopher Anderson, Executive Director, MaleSurvivor, 917 524 8934 on June 22, 2012
MaleSurvivor applauds the jury for it’s courageous verdict and the tireless work of prosecutors and officials in the case against Monsignor Lynn.
This verdict sends a clear and unmistakable message to all institutions that harbor and enable molesters to thrive within their walls: Sexual abuse will not be tolerated in our communities any longer. This verdict also sends a powerful message to all survivors of sexual abuse: Your voices will be heard. Finally, instead of facing obstruction and defeat, those who have suffered in silence for far too long are beginning to feel empowered to come forward and speak openly about what was once an unspeakable shame. Not only does this help survivors heal, it also begins to help heal our society as well.
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