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What justice looks like for R. Kelly’s accusers

Protesters gather near R. Kelly’s former recording studio in Chicago after the release of Surviving R. Kelly in January

WHEN R. KELLY TURNED HIMSELF IN TO CHICAGO POLICE last month after being charged with criminal sexual abuse, my Twitter mentions exploded mostly with celebration. After he thrived professionally for years despite the numerous allegations against him, there was the sense that his accusers might finally see justice. But what does that mean exactly?

As executive producer of Surviving R. Kelly, a documentary series aimed at shedding light on these women’s stories,

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