The Gray Area with Sean Illing Anita Hill finally gets even
May 12, 2022
Anita Hill, a law professor at Brandeis University and a pivotal figure in the fight against sexual harassment, shares her remarkable journey from the 1991 Clarence Thomas hearings to her current advocacy. She discusses the profound impact of her testimony on society’s understanding of gender violence and reflects on the evolving concept of 'getting even.' Hill also critiques the Supreme Court nomination process for its lack of diversity and highlights the emotional toll on witnesses. Her insights into systemic discrimination and ongoing struggles inspire a continued fight for justice.
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Anita Hill's Response to 1991 Hearings
- Anita Hill discusses her response to the 1991 hearings, including getting an unlisted number and security system.
- She emphasizes this was for safety, not hiding, and she continued public lectures.
Unheard Voices of 1991
- On her podcast, "Getting Even", Anita Hill interviews Sakari Hardnett, a potential 1991 witness.
- She also speaks with Susan Della Ross, her legal counsel, about excluded expert testimony.
Defining "Getting Even"
- Getting even means recognizing and addressing inequalities.
- True equality involves leveling the playing field and valuing everyone's contributions.
