Mitchell Abidor Reading Sade in the Age of Epstein Reading Sade in the age of #MeToo and Jeffrey Epstein is an uncanny experience, for his novels are also a blueprint for the world of the sexual predators of today. February 12, 2020
Garry Wills The Priesthood of The Big Crazy Many victims of abuse by priests have made the mistake of reporting their charges to a bishop. They should have gone straight to a secular authority. To expect from the celibate clergy either candor or good sense on sexual matters is a fool’s game. August 23, 2018
Ariel Dorfman The Guilt of Pope Francis The pope saw in Bishop Juan Barros a reflection of his own experience: someone who believes he has been falsely indicted, but is unable to clear his name. January 24, 2018
David Kaiser Holder's Prison Problem Prisoner rape is far more a legal and moral issue than a financial one. Since cost considerations are impeding reform, however, it is worth taking a closer look at the true financial implications of sexual abuse behind bars. August 26, 2010