Almost every day, a new scandal emerges involving some prominent figure accused of sexual harassment.

The avalanche of high-profile stories has coupled with a social media campaign called #MeToo, emboldening women - and men - to take a stand.

Ripple effects are appearing locally, as well.

Meanwhile, a backlash is emerging that asserts that all this is going too far, conflating childish mistakes with sexual violations.

Lisa Anderson, a Decatur attorney, has dedicated her life to helping those who’ve suffered sexual abuse and harassment.

Read the full story at myAJC.com.

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Julian Conley listens during opening statements in his trial at Fulton County Superior Court in Atlanta on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. The 25-year-old is accused of fatally shooting 8-year-old Secoriea Turner in July 2020. (Abbey Cutrer/AJC)

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