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Child Abuse Epidemic: Institutions Prioritize Reputation Over Safety

7/26/2025

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A troubling epidemic of child sexual abuse continues to plague America, fueled by institutions that prioritize their reputations over the safety of children. High-profile scandals, such as those within the Catholic Church and USA Gymnastics, expose a disturbing trend of complicity. Meanwhile, legislative reforms remain stagnant, leaving countless children at risk and survivors yearning for justice.

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Story summary

A troubling epidemic of child sexual abuse continues to plague America, fueled by institutions that prioritize their reputations over the safety of children. High-profile scandals, such as those within the Catholic Church and USA Gymnastics, expose a disturbing trend of complicity. Meanwhile, legislative reforms remain stagnant, leaving countless children at risk and survivors yearning for justice.