Rory summarizes this nicely as to the victims in such situations. Some repress memories from a horrific experience and remember them much later. Others choose to set it aside and move forward rather than carrying a "label" on them thereafter. This was particularly true for those raised in the 20th century rather than the 21st as the era was far less open and effective in discussing all forms of sexual harassment.
I should note that Kavanagh has not been accused of any racist orientation. The accusations were regarding sexual harassment and attempted rape, mostly connected with drunkenness. Kavanagh vehemently denies same. No clear corroboration was brought forward during the somewhat abbreviated investigation.
Many assume Justice Kavanagh is lying and was a sot. Many others assume that this was a last minute smear campaign to derail the nomination and make Trump look bade.
It is possible that both viewpoints are correct.
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