Christine Blasey Ford recently appeared on 'The View' to discuss her new memoir, 'One Way Back,' where she revealed her thoughts and emotions surrounding her testimony against Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh in September 2018.
Ford admitted that she was taken aback when she realized that her testimony would be nationally televised as she walked into the Senate chamber. She had initially believed that she would share her information with the senators privately, hoping they would take appropriate action.
Despite her idealistic view of remaining anonymous and the belief that the story would blow over quickly, Ford found herself in the spotlight, with her testimony broadcasted live on major networks, drawing over 20 million viewers.
During the discussion, Ford shared her apprehension about cameras and her surprise at the turn of events. She recalled being told about the televised aspect only moments before entering the hearing, leaving her with no choice but to proceed.
Despite the challenges she faced, Ford remained resolute in her testimony, alleging that Kavanaugh had sexually assaulted her at a high school party in the early 1980s. She detailed the traumatic experience of Kavanaugh holding her down and attempting to remove her clothes while covering her mouth to stifle her screams.
Kavanaugh vehemently denied the accusations, leading to a contentious confirmation process that ended with his narrow confirmation to the Supreme Court.
Throughout the interview, the hosts of 'The View' expressed support for Ford and highlighted the importance of standing up against injustice. Joy Behar specifically called out the audience for not applauding Ford, emphasizing the need for collective action in addressing such issues.
Despite the challenges and public scrutiny, Ford's bravery in coming forward has sparked important conversations about sexual assault and the treatment of survivors in high-profile cases.
