Suppose Dr Ford decides NOT to testify EVER?

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nedkelly · 61-69, M

Dr Ford should shut the fuck up - she should have reported this to the police 36 years ago instead of trying to make herself famous before Brett Kavanaugh was nominated for the supreme court

jackjjackson · 61-69, M

I think her testimony and responses to questions should be respectfully given great weight. @nedkelly

CopperCicada · M

@nedkelly I have no idea if Ford is legit or not.

But why is reporting sexual assault such a measure of veracity? Most people don't report sexual assault. I never reported my own sexual assault and never spoke about it for 30+ years.

jackjjackson · 61-69, M

True. Whether it was reported is far from determinative. Perhaps it might be a good idea to get all the facts and make a determination prior to issuing a sentence? I venture to say YOU would not like to be treated that way. @CopperCicada

CopperCicada · M

@jackjjackson The meta-question is unrelated to sexual violence. How have appointments become like this? Either slowing them to a halt or cage fighting as they are pushed through.

jackjjackson · 61-69, M

It’s been ground to a halt and the committee is awaiting hearing from Dr Ford. The committee is waiting for Dr Ford to announce in what day she wishes to testify. I don’t see anything currently being “rammed through”. @CopperCicada