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Smile for the Camera: The Coast Guard Trophy Photo as a Setup For Coasties to Sexually Assault Civilians
Sailing was the only place my nervous system could reliably settle. Having experienced severe childhood sexual abuse, I was not suited to the conventional structure of work and a conventional life. Sailing provided me with regulation, purpose, and survival. I … Continue reading
Predator in Plain Sight: The USCG Photo That Speaks Volumes
This is the moment a Coast Guardsman sexually assaulted me. You won’t see it if you’re not looking. Most people wouldn’t. That’s the nature of this kind of violation. It’s subtle enough to be dismissed by outsiders, but unmistakable to … Continue reading
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A Lion at My Neck: The Coast Guard’s Sexual Assault Crisis Demands Urgent Reform
When the US Coast Guard towed my disabled sailboat 8 years ago today, I encountered a predator within the ranks. My experience underscores a systemic failure: the military’s persistent inability to address sexualized violence, protect survivors, and hold perpetrators accountable. … Continue reading