Allegations of sexual misconduct are proving hard for fans and friends of the ‘geek royalty’ author to process Perhaps uniquely in the history of #MeToo, the women now alleging sexual misconduct on the part of the fantasy writer Neil Gaiman would appear to have their alleged perpetrator’s full support. Back when this movement seemed full of potential, in 2018, Gaiman urged the public to believe women like Christine Blasey Ford, whose allegations of sexual assault by Brett Kavanaugh were then being trashed.“On a day like today it’s worth saying,” Gaiman wrote. “I believe survivors. Men must not close our eyes and minds to what happens to women in this world.” Continue reading...
The article highlights the contrast between Neil Gaiman's self-proclaimed feminist stance and the allegations of sexual misconduct against him.
His past support for #MeToo and belief in survivors creates a jarring dissonance with the current accusations, suggesting a potential case of hypocrisy. The author emphasizes the "fall from grace" implied by this contrast, arguing that Gaiman's perceived good guy image as a feminist is now tainted by the allegations.
The underlying theme is the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions, even those who publicly champion social causes. It raises questions about the potential for deception and the responsibility of public figures to align their actions with their stated beliefs.
The article highlights the contrast between Neil Gaiman's self-proclaimed feminist stance and the allegations of sexual misconduct against him. His past support for #MeToo and belief in survivors creates a jarring dissonance with the current accusations, suggesting a potential case of hypocrisy. The author emphasizes the "fall from grace" implied by this contrast, arguing that Gaiman's perceived good guy image as a feminist is now tainted by the allegations. The underlying theme is the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions, even those who publicly champion social causes. It raises questions about the potential for deception and the responsibility of public figures to align their actions with their stated beliefs.
