Statement from Hon. Judy Harris Kluger, Chief Executive Officer of Sanctuary for Families: The confirmations
Statement from Hon. Judy Harris Kluger, Chief Executive Officer of Sanctuary for Families:
The confirmations of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services and Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense make one thing clear: serious allegations of sexual misconduct are not a barrier to power in this country. Despite troubling accusations, both men have been entrusted with leading critical institutions, sending a message that survivors’ experiences can be ignored without consequence.
This is why so many survivors stay silent — because too often, those with power face little scrutiny while survivors are dismissed and discredited. That is how impunity thrives and the cycle of abuse continues.
We refuse to accept this. We will keep fighting for a world where survivors are heard, supported, and protected — and where leadership comes with real accountability.
To every survivor: we see you. We believe you. And we will never stop fighting for your safety, dignity, and justice.
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