The real problem is that the way that power is given out in our society pits us against each other.

I thought that by saying no and explaining my reasons my employer would abandon his social suggestions. However, to my regret, in the following few weeks, he continued to ask me out on several occasions

In July of 1983, I left Washington, DC area and have had minimal contact with Judge Clarence Thomas since

Certainly my life will not ever be as private and discreet, and perhaps I should even use the word insulated, as it was before

We have a history of gender and racial bias on our court that continues to undermine the system. Excluding individuals based on race is antagonistic to the pursuit of justice.

I am hopeful that others who have suffered sexual harassment will not become discouraged by my experience, but instead will find the strength to speak out about this serious problem.

But I think it would be irresponsible for me not to say what I really believe in my heart to be true - that there are some serious inequities that we face as women and that we can work to address these inequities