Harvey Weinstein diagnosed with a form of bone marrow cancer. These words linger in my mind, provoking a complex mix of emotions that I can’t quite untangle. It’s hard to feel sympathy for a man who has caused so much pain and suffering to countless individuals. Upon hearing the news, I found myself reflecting not just on his diagnosis, but on the broader implications of such an event, especially in the context of his past actions.
How wild it is that at such a crucial moment in his life, Weinstein appears to have succumbed to a disease that is often referred to as tyrannical and merciless.… Continue reading
I can’t help but feel a wave of mixed emotions as I hear the news that Harvey Weinstein is in the hospital for emergency heart surgery. On one hand, my initial reaction is one of indifference and perhaps even a hint of dark humor. After all, this is a man who has been surrounded by controversy and accusations of despicable behavior for so long. But as I reflect deeper on the situation, I realize that at the core of this news is a human being in need of medical attention.
It’s hard to separate the person from the actions they are accused of, especially when the individual in question is as notorious as Weinstein.… Continue reading
Harvey Weinstein in hospital with Covid and double pneumonia, his team says.
May he get the compassion and respect that he gave his victims. The viruses came in a group because they knew it was a bad idea to be alone in a room with him. I hope he’s very uncomfortable and having a miserable time. It’s almost poetic justice that he’s now facing the consequences of his actions. The fact that he used to smoke in the office long after it was banned adds a layer of irony to his current condition.
Intubate him from both ends. So how about them Mets?… Continue reading
I never thought I would see the day when a high-profile conviction like Harvey Weinstein’s would be overturned. The news of New York’s highest court overturning his 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges came as a shock, especially considering the foundational nature of this case in the #MeToo era. The decision was based on a crucial mistake made by the trial judge, allowing prosecutors to introduce witnesses and evidence not directly related to the charges against Weinstein.
Despite the overturning of his conviction, it’s important to note that Weinstein is not off the hook. He is still serving a 16-year prison sentence in California for a separate charge.… Continue reading
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