In Harvey Weinstein Trial, Drama Gives Way to Lesson on ‘Rape Myths’

Jan 26, 2020, 01:06 PM


Harvey Weinstein’s rape and sexual assault trial opened in dramatic fashion. Lines formed before dawn outside the lower Manhattan courthouse. Full-throated protesters bellowed for justice for Weinstein’s accusers. A list of possible witnesses promised potential jurors a glimpse of Hollywood A-listers.