Former Friends of Michael Arrington Begin to Break the Silence on Alleged Abuse

One of the biggest problems with rape and abuse is the culture of silence. The feelings of shame and self-hate that are often integrally linked with being a victim in these cases often precludes them from -ever- coming to light.

I'm not commenting specifically about whatever happened with Arrington and his ex. However, I think it's important that victims of all walks of life feel safe to "come out" before it's too late to do anything about it.

> Mr. Scoble adds, “believe me, EVERYONE is talking about these charges behind private doors in Silicon Valley. I’m sure the charges are being looked into.”

Does that mean he's sure that a police report has been filed and due process is being followed or does he mean that people are gossiping really really hard?

I knew Arrington was quite arrogant, but I don't know (nor can I conclude) if he would be such a person. Maybe he did, maybe he didn't. But one thing's for sure - If he did this, I want the same thing that happened to the recent Adria fiasco to him - He should be kicked out of tech and stripped out of his credibility and titles. Because this is much much worse than what the Adria fiasco was about.

Are you stupid? Arrington has a LOT to do with tech and it's because of people like you that this news has been unheard by many so far.

And this is not 'drama', this is about a REAL person's life on stake - imagine being the victim and not being able to speak up about this?

This is about a credible Tech entrepreneur and investor engage in forced sexual activity, who's been (possibly, as the article states) trying to hide this matter under the carpet.

'Silicon-Valley-drama news'

I think you probably want to rethink that statement. Rape is not a "drama" to the victims