Gisèle Pelicot walking to take the stand today, her strength echoing in every step: “It’s not for us to have shame, it’s for them,” she told the court. "I want all women who have been raped to say: Madame Pelicot did it, I can too. I don't want them to be ashamed any longer,"

Oct 23, 2024 · 3:17 PM UTC

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I cannot fathom the levels of strength, courage and dignity Gisèle has gathered to walk these steps today. To face down what these men did, determined to show all women that they, too, can reclaim their voice. In Gisèle’s words: ‘it’s not for us to have shame – it’s for them’
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Gisèle Pelicot, global heroine and icon.
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An amazing and courageous soul.
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Head held high, walking fearlessly not an ounce of self doubt in her stride. She is the epitome of strength and courage. An inspiration to all women. In her words “Shame must change sides” We salute you Ms. Pelicot.
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She looks like a flower that's bloomed throughout this whole ordeal. Her head is up, no sunglasses, back straight, and that smile that just beams. She is an inspiration.
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@TIME She is indisputably your Person of the Year
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I wonder whether a motivation to commit these crimes was because she is a strong intelligent woman, and drugging her and subjecting her to this made him feel ‘big’ and in control? Not a psychiatrist by any means, the question just came to me. I suppose we will all wonder why he would do such a heinous shitty thing against his wife. Maybe he’s just a despicable rapist c@nt.
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I fervently wish and hope that every day of the rest of her life is full of healing, kindness, happiness, and every lovely thing. I also hope she knows every day how much women she'll never know or meet admire and support her.
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She's so brave and strong. She stands for all of us who weren't as brave.
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Gisèle Pelicot's valor is genuinely uplifting. Her words have a powerful impact on all survivors: no shame, only resilience. 🙌"
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❤️
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Iconic
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What an absolute Queen amongst women. What a hero. To stand up and criminalise the criminals. We all stand with Gisele.
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I read today that the French law on rape makes no reference to consent. Shocking
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I didn’t realise, her ex-husband also ‘trained’ another man to do this to his wife. There should be some kind of law that if your husband has been convicted of a sexual crime you should be made aware, it could have saved her & others. Lovely to see the support she is getting!
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Courage talks to courage…#women
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She is a strong lady 👑 I hope she gets all the support she needs once the trial is over Justice is her focus at this moment so she has to be strong And keep composure Her aftercare is paramount As what she has been through is barbaric 🫶
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We have tried. The difference is that the police and CPS refuse to believe that this exact situation happens in the UK.
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You go Msdame Pelicot! The women of the world support you!
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I hope the support and applause is helping her get through this ordeal. She really is remarkable.
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Madame Pelicot is a real badass, and I truly hope that after justice is served, she can live the remainder of her life in peace and comfort. And fun - she deserves it.
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This woman is so amazing it's making me weep.
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THIS GODDESS.
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My admiration for her knows no bounds. She is extraordinary and what she has done will, I believe, make a significant positive impact for countless women.
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Meanwhile in America, a rape victim is attacked by her assaulter while he’s running for re-election to the highest position in America, who by the way also confessed to being a serial sexual assaulter and is currently an adjudicated sex offender (“rapist”).
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Amazing to see the change in her demeanor. The power to not carry the shame is a weight lifted and a curse shifted to the real shame these men should carry the rest of their lives. Much love and healing to Madame Pelicot 💜💜💜
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Should get top french honour asap. Magnificent woman.
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The strength and courage this woman has displayed is amazing and admirable. She's speaking out, very publicly, so that others are encouraged and supported.
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I am in awe of this woman. I hope every woman in France comes out on the street to applaud her when the verdict finally comes in.
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Courage, bravery and dignity wrapped up in a wonderful woman.
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Her strength and courage is inspiring.
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Gisèle-please know you are a heroine. Thank you 🙏 Sending love and strength from the UK ❤️
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Bravest person on the planet.
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Hero.
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Gisèle Pelicot's strength is truly inspiring as she walks to take the stand. Her powerful words resonate deeply: "It’s not for us to have shame, it’s for them." She’s not just standing for herself but for all women, urging them to find their voices and reclaim their power. Her message is clear—no one should feel ashamed of their experience. It's a call to solidarity and courage that echoes far beyond the courtroom.
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