For Female Astronomers, Sexual Harassment Is a Constant Nightmare

Re:For Female Astronomers, Sexual Harassment Is a Constant N... by peterwwillis on Monday April 18, 2016 @11:19AM (#11520577)

> "Until recently, we have tiptoed cautiously around these discussions for the most part" [Mia]

Looking for feedback from women on this one: why would one tiptoe around this issue, rather than shouting it from the rooftops? It seems so counter-intuitive.

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Re:For Female Astronomers, Sexual Harassment Is a Constant N... by ksenzee on Monday April 18, 2016 @12:39PM (#11521216)

One reason: It's dangerous to shout it from the rooftops because a lot of people will accuse you of lying. Being branded a false accuser can be fatal to your career.

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Re:For Female Astronomers, Sexual Harassment Is a Constant N... by home_boi on Monday April 18, 2016 @11:01PM (#11524620)

As it should since being falsely accused would be even worse for your career

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