Politics
Briefing: 'He liked the fear in our eyes', Epstein survivors tell BBC
Strategic angle: In an interview with BBC Newsnight, five survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuses spoke about how pervasive the disgraced financier's wrongdoing was and what justice could look like.
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Updated 17 days ago
The interview revealed the pervasive impact of Jeffrey Epstein's actions on his victims, emphasizing the systemic failures that allowed his abuses to continue unchecked.
Survivors articulated their experiences, noting how Epstein thrived on the fear he instilled in them, which contributed to the challenges they faced in seeking justice.
The discussion raises critical questions about the mechanisms of accountability within the legal and social systems, suggesting a need for comprehensive reform to prevent future abuses.