I think this has brought this almost unavoidable conversation into public space, something we don't talk about as a community is the pervasive nature of sexual violence. Her( Hodges) speaking up forces our community to face that this happens and can happen to anybody.

Sarah Super

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By breaking the silence, I watched a lot of things change, mostly for the better. ... I watched the ripple effect of sharing my story in my community, it is totally about social change. I'm trying to create a community where people can tell their stories and be met with compassion.

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Read MoreHodges revealed in 2014 that Read MoreHodges was an alcoholic who had taken Read MoreHodges last drink as a college student, more than 25 years earlier, MinnPost reported. With Read MoreHodges first term ending in November, Hodges, 47, is now locked in a tough reelection battle against several challengers. Two of her key political opponents joined others in voicing their support for Hodges' Facebook post, according to the Minneapolis Star Tribune.Community conversationHaving a public figure like Hodges come forward is particularly powerful, i think this has brought this almost unavoidable conversation into public space.

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