Assault Quote by Lucy DeCoutere
![“If anyone really thinks that I've ruined [sexual assault] reporting for women, I'm terribly sorry. And if anybody really thinks I'm clamouring for fame on the back of women who were assaulted, that's terrible.” quote by Lucy DeCoutere](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/629/lucy-decoutere-56729_assault_if-anyone-really-thinks-that-i-ve-ruined_2402369.jpg)
“If anyone really thinks that I've ruined [sexual assault] reporting for women, I'm terribly sorry. And if anybody really thinks I'm clamouring for fame on the back of women who were assaulted, that's terrible.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Parliamentary Debate, Canada, 2017
Acknowledging criticism while defending advocacy against sexual assault reporting.
In simple terms: Defending reporting work despite accusations of self‑promotion.
Key Takeaway
Stay focused on supporting victims, not on critics.
Themes
advocacy
justice
public perception
Mood
defensive
determined
Type
political
advocacy
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- media interviews
- activism
- public statements
Key Concepts
ethics
media scrutiny
victim support
Questions to Reflect On
- How can advocates maintain credibility amid backlash?
- What strategies protect victims while addressing criticism?
A Different Perspective
Critics may misinterpret motives, causing distraction.
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![“Marie [Henein]'s adeptness at evisceration - I'm damp with it. She was able to instill in me a feeling of self-loathing. And, um, I guess I gave her that power. But I have to find a way to not feel this bad about something that, in the end, was a moment.” quote by Lucy DeCoutere](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/8cc/lucy-decoutere-56729_able_marie-henein-s-adeptness-at-evisceration_1687143.jpg)
