A new report reveals that sexual misconduct in Congress is not a series of isolated incidents, but a pattern shaped by power, access, and institutional protection. This blog explores what happens after allegations surface and why systems often remain unchanged while survivors carry the consequences.

The renewed headlines surrounding the Epstein case have prompted questions about power, accountability, and systemic failure. This reflection from DARCC’s Education Department explores why this case is not an exception, but a reminder of patterns we see across communities — and why believing and supporting survivors must remain central.