Allegations against labor leader Cesar Chavez have sparked discussion about the complex reasons many sexual assault survivors often choose not to come forward. The New York Times investigation alleges that Chavez abused his position of power within the farmworker movement to exploit young girls and women. Advocates and experts have suggested that fear of disbelief, public scrutiny, and blame can discourage disclosure, particularly when the accused holds power or public reverence. The public reaction has been mixed, with both support and backlash. One in six U.S. women reported experiencing rape or attempted rape in their lifetime, compared to about one in 33 men.