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Self-Report of Sexual Harassment and Assault Differ Based on Political Ideologies Among U.S. Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: This study seeks to provide current evidence on the role of political ideology on shaping retrospective reporting of sexual violence (SV) in the United States. We used cross-sectional, nationally representative data from the online 2024 #MeToo Survey among U.S. adults ( N = 3,350). We found that liberal women were more likely and conservative women and gender diverse adults were less likely to report lifetime SV, relative to moderates. Effects for past 12 months SV were not observed. This nationally representative evidence suggests that lifetime SV experiences and reporting may differ based on political ideology among U.S. women and gender diverse adults.

Source: Violence Against Women

DOI: 10.1177/10778012261428414

Authors: Sabrina C. Boyce, Jakana Thomas, Priyanka Patel, Namratha Rao, Anita Raj

Institutions: University of California San Diego, Tulane University

Language: English

Topic: Sexual Assault and Victimization Studies

Subfield: Gender Studies

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Gender equality, Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Reduced inequalities, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,650