Sin by Silence

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Brenda Clubine killed her husband when he came at her with a hammer, just months after an overcrowded women’s shelter turned her away. Olivia Klaus’ documentary “Sin by Silence,” tells Clubine’s story, from the 26 years she spent in prison before a judge reopened her case and threw out her conviction, to the support group she started while in prison, for victims of domestic violence. They’re here with their story.

Guests:

Olivia Klaus, director and producer of “Sin by Silence,” a documentary about a female inmates’ support group for victims of domestic abuse.

Brenda Clubine, founder of the support group featured in the documentary. She's been out of prison for only 8 months after serving 26 years behind bars.

Alyce LaViolette, domestic violence counselor for Survivors and Perpetrators, she served as an expert witness in Brenda Clubine's trial and is the author of It Could Happen to Anyone: Why Battered Women Stay.

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Sarah

1 year, 2 months ago

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Thank you so much for featuring this documentary. Domestic violence is such a huge crisis in this country and it's nice to know that there are those trying to make a difference.

Velicia Evans

1 year, 2 months ago

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This documentary tells a story and shares the pain women across the world endure at the hands of thier abusers. Had it not been for one woman putting pen to paper this film might not have come about. Each time the story is told it touches another human being asking themselves, "What can I do to help?" The answer to that is to get out and advocate to change the laws that have kept these women in jail much longer than necessary and to educate the public in the overwhelming silence shared by many.

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Elaina

1 year, 2 months ago

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I had no idea that there were victim's advocates that will go to court with you. I have felt so lost and alone. Thank you for the information you gave today.

Ashley

1 year, 2 months ago

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Thank you for bringing this project, and the vast issue of domestic violence, to our attention.

Carol

1 year, 2 months ago

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I still can't believe that society is still treating women as second class citizens. The women that called on your broadcast still didn't know what to do.
With examples like Nicole Simpson and Rhianna, what else would you conclude?It's great that these women who called now have help thanks to this broadcast. Now, what an insight to hear that 75% of women who leave abusive husbands are again victims. What is law enforcement doing to help these women? I'd like to see this film that you featured on your show.

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