Believing Victims: New Book Digs Into Credibility Of Accusers In Cases Of Sexual Assault

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Deborah Tuerkheimer and the cover of her new book "Credible: Why We Doubt Accusers and Protect Abusers."
Deborah Tuerkheimer and the cover of her new book “Credible: Why We Doubt Accusers and Protect Abusers.” Images courtesy of HarperCollins and Northwestern University

When a sexual assault is committed, it often comes down to an argument of ‘he said/she said’ and the credibility of the accuser. The author of a new book addresses why questions of credibility often protects the alleged abuser.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Steven Potter Producer
  • Maria Lopez Technical Director
  • Deborah Tuerkheimer Guest

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