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The Brittany Higgins Case Is Over

The Brittany Higgins Case Is Over
Brittany Higgins arrives to give evidence in front of an ACT Supreme Court jury in Canberra, Australia, on Oct. 6, 2022. Martin Ollman/Getty Images
Bettina Arndt
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Finally, it appeared the Brittany Higgins case was over when the Australian Capital Territory’s (ACT) Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Shane Drumgold, announced on Dec. 2 that the sexual assault charge against Bruce Lehrmann was to be dropped. Drumgold said the reason was because of an “unacceptable risk to the life of the complainant” and commended Higgins for her “bravery, grace, and dignity.”

Bettina Arndt
Bettina Arndt
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Bettina Arndt is an Australian writer and social commentator on gender issues. She was the country’s first sex therapist and feminist, before focusing on men’s rights. She has authored several books and has written for major newspaper titles, magazines, and has featured regularly on television. She received the Order of Australia in 2020 for her work in promoting gender equity through advocacy for men. Find her online at her blog, BettinaArndt.substack.com.
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