She Said
She Said
Jodi Kantor
Mindy Kaling
Can a book feel important AND be a page turner? Yes! This one! - Mindy Kaling
Natalie Portman
Natalie Portman shared this book on Instagram.
Kathryn Minshew
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Kara Swisher
Buy it, I command. - Kara Swisher
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She Said

She Said: Breaking the Sexual Harassment Story That Helped Ignite a Movement

Jodi Kantor
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Jodi Kantor
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In the gripping narrative of "She Said," Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey, two tenacious New York Times reporters, pierce through the veil of secrecy that long shielded one of Hollywood's most formidable figures, Harvey Weinstein. What begins as an investigation into rumored misconduct unfolds into a monumental exposé of Weinstein's decades-long abuse of power, as Kantor and Twohey meticulously gather testimonies from actresses and former employees, bringing to light not just lurid tales of exploitation but the systemic complicity that enabled it. With every confidential interview, the reporters inch closer to revealing the harrowing extent of Weinstein's abuses, navigating through a labyrinth of legal threats, clandestine settlements, and nondisclosure agreements designed to silence victims. "She Said" is not just a chronicle of Weinstein's downfall but a testament to the courage of those who spoke out, igniting a global reckoning with the #MeToo movement. As the story of Weinstein's abuses ripples across the world, "She Said" also delves into the aftermath of the exposé, capturing the seismic shift it triggered in societal attitudes towards sexual harassment and assault. Beyond the unraveling of a Hollywood titan, Kantor and Twohey's narrative is a rallying cry for truth and accountability, exploring the broader implications of their investigation, including the contentious Supreme Court nomination of Brett Kavanaugh. Through intimate access to key figures like Christine Blasey Ford, who accused Kavanaugh of assault, the authors paint a vivid picture of the challenges faced by women who dare to confront their assailants. "She Said" stands as a monumental work of investigative journalism, a beacon of integrity and resilience in the quest for justice, illuminating the path for a future where such truths are no longer silenced but heralded.

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Released
2019
10 Sep
Length
310
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Natalie Portman shared this book on Instagram.
Can a book feel important AND be a page turner? Yes! This one! - Mindy Kaling
Buy it, I command. - Kara Swisher
Kathryn Minshew recommended this book on Twitter.
There isn't ever going to be an end," she said. "The point is that people have to continue always speaking up. And not being afraid.
— Jodi Kantor, She Said

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