The Tom Woods Show Ep. 2584 The Duke Lacrosse Scandal: Alleged Victim Admits She Lied
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Dec 20, 2024 William L. Anderson, a professor emeritus of economics and senior editor at the Mises Institute, discusses the groundbreaking admission by Crystal Mangum, who has finally confessed that she lied about being sexually assaulted by Duke lacrosse players. The conversation revisits the case's political motivations and highlights the profound consequences of public pressure on prosecution. Anderson critiques media involvement and the dangers of prioritizing sentiment over facts, while reflecting on the lasting impact this scandal has had on the lives of the accused and society at large.
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Duke Lacrosse Scandal
- Three Duke lacrosse players were accused of raping a stripper in 2006.
- The media quickly condemned them, fueled by a prosecutor seeking re-election.
Anderson's Involvement
- William L. Anderson was drawn to the case due to his background in collegiate athletics and research on prosecutorial misconduct.
- He sensed the lack of evidence and the political motivations driving the case.
Duke's Response
- Duke University administration withheld exculpatory evidence and condemned the players prematurely.
- A dean with a history of activism fueled the controversy.