We hear stories of child abuse and sexual assault all the time. It seems never ending. Some celebrities have even had the courage to speak out about the things that have happened in their past. But many times, they are questionable role models, either because of they way they use their sexuality or their dangerous lifestyles.
As I've mentioned before, I'm always looking for strong role models. I'm a bit picky though. Yesterday morning, I caught the tail end of a news story about a senator who wrote a book entitled "Against All Odds". I didn't hear what it was about, but I had a feeling that I knew. The next day, I had a chance to Google it to get the rest of the story. (Here's a link to the video)
Senator Scott Brown (R-Mass) wrote an autobiography in which he shares that he was sexually abused by a camp counselor and physically abused by a stepfather. To me, this is huge. Here is a man who appears to have it all together. He went so far as to be elected senator in a very tough race (he won Ted Kennedy's seat) and has even had some talk about running for president.
Can you imagine the impact it would have on victims if the President of the United States shared that he was molested and abused? And for abused men, especially? It can oftentimes be even more difficult for them to speak up. But here is what seems to be a very masculine man in a well respected role and he was abused.
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(On a side note, he is a sexy beast...I love a good-looking man in a suit!!)
I am very excited and believe this could have a significant impact on our society. I can't wait to read the book!
Rachel
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