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Brand conviction exposes entertainment's culture of silence

Russell Brand’s conviction for sex crimes has renewed debate over how Britain’s entertainment industry handles powerful performers accused of abuse. Some women say they stayed silent because speaking out could have harmed their careers in the industry.
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