State Sen. Loretta Weinberg, 83: I Was Groped, Kissed As Teen

State Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg (D-37) of Teaneck has come forward to say, "me too."

"And no I am not confused. And yes that was a long time ago."
Photo Credit: *COURTESY Loretta Weinberg*

09/28/2018 5:06 p.m.

Amid the national debate on sexual assault accusations regarding Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, Weinberg shared her own story on Facebook Friday.

"I am 83 years old and I still remember the EXACT moment and EXACTLY where I was at age 13 when I was first horribly groped and forcibly kissed by a middle aged man who had been welcome visitor in my home. And no I never told anyone till now. His name was Ben Laverty. And no I am not confused. And yes that was a long time ago."

Many people commented with words of encouragement and thanking her for her bravery.

Weinberg maintained that she's not brave, rather -- "Sad at the realization of how common these experiences are."

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