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Denial in the Face of Horrific Truth | Fort Wayne News
When Jeffrey Epstein’s documents surfaced in January 2026, powerful figures—from billionaires to politicians—unanimously claimed ignorance, despite his 2008 plea deal for underage prostitution. But this denial isn’t just about the perpetrator; it’s a communal coping mechanism. Facing such horror often triggers avoidance: outright denial, downplaying severity, or accepting facts while refusing moral accountability. And when privilege or power is at stake, willful ignorance becomes the easier path—letting communities absolve themselves of responsibility by pretending they didn’t see what was…
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