A number of celebrities, politicians, actors, tycoons, religious and political leaders and other prominent figures are accused of inappropriate sexual conduct. Some of the accusations are criminal in nature, including allegations regarding sexual contact with minors and other allegations regarding non consensual sexual conduct, coercion, force, and more. As with any crime, criminal allegations need to be thoroughly investigated by law enforcement. People are innocent until proven guilty. But the law is not something that should only apply to the weak and powerless.
No matter the politics, religion, high and mighty status of the possible offender, no politics should be played when it comes to crime. For years Catholic priests that committed pedophilia were untouchable, (which still might be the case in certain third world nations). The high and mighty people now accused of criminal sexual conduct must not be allowed a pass. The lesson must not be repeated over and over how not holding people accountable for criminal activity only allows crimes to flourish. Innocent until proven guilty must not mean innocent even if guilty by virtue of position, title and status.
False accusations have ruined lives. Failure to properly investigate real accusations have also ruined lives. As with all crimes, investigations must be impartial, professional, and detached from political, religious or any other influences.
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