Weapons of War, Wounds of Hypocrisy: Sexual Violence and America’s Credibility Problem

Your Neighbor on the Left Podcast · Aug 20, 2025 · 47m

In this gut-wrenching episode, we dive into the escalating horror of sexual violence in conflict zones, where thousands of survivors face rape, slavery, and torture as deliberate weapons of war. From Congo’s mineral wars to Haiti’s gang-ravaged streets, the numbers of atrocities spiral upwards. But as the world cries for justice, America’s voice falters—how can we lead globally when we tolerate a president and cabinet accused of sexual misconduct? Is the U.S.’s lack of moral credibility hampering efforts to combat this epidemic. Join us for a searing look at systemic failures and actionable…