Keywords

Arete, Sport and Society, American Sport History, Larry Nassar, USA Gymnastics, Olympics, MSU, Docters, Sexual abuse, Abuse of power

Subjects

Nassar, Larry; Physicians; Sex crimes; Child sexual abuse; Child abuse; Abuse of administrative power; Michigan State University; USA Gymnastics

Introduction

The reaction to the statements made by victims at Larry Nassar’s trial has been dramatic as the horrifying details of decades of sexual abuse rolled out into the courtroom, then on television, and across social media. The women who appeared in court to confront Nassar have been praised for their courage and strength. The reality of the ordeal that they endured in silence was shocking and appalling.

Publication Date

1-26-2018

Document Type

Commentary

Type

Text

Format

application/pdf

Source Title

Sport and Society for Arete

Language

English

Publication Version

Author's version

College

College of Arts and Humanities

Department

History

Creator (Linked Data)

Crepeau, Richard C., 1941- (VIAF)

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