When the world turned upside down for Nicole Addimando, her sister Michelle Horton was there to piece together the fragments of a life shattered by domestic violence. Michelle, author of "DEAR SISTER: A Memoir of Secrets, Survival, and Unbreakable Bonds," joins me for a deeply moving conversation that traverses the emotional landscape of adopting her niece and nephew, galvanizing a community for her sister Nicole's cause, and fighting against the systemic failures that often leave domestic violence victims in the shadows. Her powerful narrative is a beacon of hope and resilience, promising solidarity to those who know the struggle all too well.

The echoes of domestic abuse within a family can be as subtle as they are destructive, and this discussion with Michelle reveals just that. Through her eyes, we see the veiled signs of domestic violence, the shroud of silence born from shame, and the excruciating task of acknowledging a loved one's suffering. As we expose the deeprooted issues of victimblaming and the barriers to coming forward, Michelle's firsthand account serves as a raw reminder of the courage it takes to stand in one's truth amidst a cycle of violence.

This episode would be incomplete without examining the lifechanging implications of the Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act (DVSJA) through stories like Nicole's. We scrutinize the difficult path many women encounter within the justice system, including those incarcerated for defending against genderbased violence. Through the lens of heartrending personal stories and the tireless advocacy of those like Kim Dadou, we confront the urgent need for systemic change and the critical role of support networks and defense committees. This episode stands as a poignant testament to the ongoing battle for justice and the indomitable spirit of survivors everywhere.




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"DEAR SISTER: A Memoir of Secrets, Survival, and Unbreakable Bonds" by Michelle Horton




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