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Gov. Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom reacted to the overturning of Harvey Weinstein’s New York rape conviction on Thursday. Siebel Newsom testified against Weinstein in his 2022 trial in Los Angeles.”I am aware of the appellate court decision,” Newsom said. “Let’s just make something crystal clear—Harvey Weinstein is a stone-cold predator. He is a rapist. Twice convicted, not once. Twice.””With all due respect to his advocates,” Newsom added, naming a couple of Weinstein’s attorneys. “Devil’s advocates. They should be ashamed of themselves. Just generally. Those that seek to somehow exonerate or explain away Harvey Weinstein’s behavior should also be ashamed of themselves.””He should never see the light of day. Period. Full stop,” The governor ended.Jennifer Siebel Newsom shared a statement in response to the news: “This is a very sad day for countless women who suffered at the hands of a serial predator. Two juries have said unequivocally: Harvey Weinstein must never be able to rape another woman, and he deserves to spend the rest of his life behind bars. Harvey Weinstein is a serial predator and rapist.“The criminal trial in Los Angeles was one of the most horrific experiences of my life. Throughout the trial, Weinstein’s lawyers used brute sexism, misogyny, and bullying tactics to intimidate, demean, and ridicule survivors along with our allies.“Yet, the bravery of the women who came forward ensures that regardless of what happens in New York, Weinstein will die in prison. Most men are good men — it’s the serial perpetrators of violence against women who are the harm to our society. I am so proud of all who risked so much to speak their truth. To all survivors out there – I see you, I hear you, and I will always stand with you.”
Gov. Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom reacted to the overturning of Harvey Weinstein’s New York rape conviction on Thursday.
Siebel Newsom testified against Weinstein in his 2022 trial in Los Angeles.
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“I am aware of the appellate court decision,” Newsom said. “Let’s just make something crystal clear—Harvey Weinstein is a stone-cold predator. He is a rapist. Twice convicted, not once. Twice.”
“With all due respect to his advocates,” Newsom added, naming a couple of Weinstein’s attorneys. “Devil’s advocates. They should be ashamed of themselves. Just generally. Those that seek to somehow exonerate or explain away Harvey Weinstein’s behavior should also be ashamed of themselves.”
“He should never see the light of day. Period. Full stop,” The governor ended.
Jennifer Siebel Newsom shared a statement in response to the news:
“This is a very sad day for countless women who suffered at the hands of a serial predator. Two juries have said unequivocally: Harvey Weinstein must never be able to rape another woman, and he deserves to spend the rest of his life behind bars. Harvey Weinstein is a serial predator and rapist.
“The criminal trial in Los Angeles was one of the most horrific experiences of my life. Throughout the trial, Weinstein’s lawyers used brute sexism, misogyny, and bullying tactics to intimidate, demean, and ridicule survivors along with our allies.
“Yet, the bravery of the women who came forward ensures that regardless of what happens in New York, Weinstein will die in prison. Most men are good men — it’s the serial perpetrators of violence against women who are the harm to our society. I am so proud of all who risked so much to speak their truth. To all survivors out there – I see you, I hear you, and I will always stand with you.”
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