Ellen DeGeneres Talks 🔉 Sexual Assault in Hollywood

During her opening monologue on Thursday's show, the daytime host discussed the positive influence of social media, celebrating unity among victims of sexual harassment and assault.

Commenting on the numerous women who have come forward with stories of sexual assault and harassment in Hollywood in the wake of disturbing allegations about Harvey Weinstein, DeGeneres said of sexual misconduct, "This is not a male thing or a female thing.

Many of these stories came out of the #MeToo movement on social media, popularized by actress Alyssa Milano, inviting men and women to share their experiences with sexual assault and harassment.

"Part of the problem is that from a young age, girls are taught to stay quiet and be nice, and that boys are stronger and somehow we are less than," the daytime host said, adding, "That is why it is hard for us to speak out - and even when we do speak out, people don't believe us.

Even though many women are coming forward with their stories now, DeGeneres noted that this is an issue that has always existed, but with the power of social media, people can feel a sense of unity and freedom when sharing their experiences.

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