Jeffrey Epstein's Network Exploited Young Women with Promise of University Education, Survivors Claim
A web of deceit and manipulation spun by financier Jeffrey Epstein has been laid bare by a group of survivors who allege that the late mogul used promises of university education as a tool to ensnare young women in his network. The claims come after a number of Epstein's victims came forward with similar stories, detailing how they were lured into his orbit with promises of scholarships and academic opportunities.
One such survivor, 21-year-old art student Rina Oh, recounted her experience of being introduced to Epstein by Lisa Phillips, another survivor who has emerged as a powerful voice in the survivors' network. Epstein allegedly promised Oh a scholarship to New York's School of Visual Arts, but eventually attached strings to the offer, pulling it away when she refused to comply with his demands.
Oh described how Epstein told her that he was a philanthropist who had sent many young people to university through connections made at school. However, in reality, Epstein used these promises to manipulate and control his victims, creating a form of dependence that could be withdrawn at any time.
Epstein's tactics have been exposed by Democrat congressman Jamie Raskin, who has written letters to Columbia University and New York University asking for information on the financier's network at these institutions. Raskin alleged that Epstein not only lured young women into his network but also ensured they were indebted to him, making them less likely to report crimes to law enforcement.
For Oh, Epstein's obsession with infiltrating the minds of young people was a key aspect of his modus operandi. She described how he became fixated on female body parts and would often request that she paint specific subjects for him, including images of women's crotches.
The allegations have sparked renewed scrutiny of Epstein's connections to other universities, including Harvard and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Many university officials maintained their ties with Epstein after his conviction in 2008, and some even benefited from his financial support.
In a chilling account, Oh revealed that Epstein seemed to be infiltrating schools across state borders, using his network to recruit young people. The former financier's reach appears to have been wide and deep, with victims claiming they were subjected to years of escalating sexual abuse after being drawn into his orbit through promises of education and opportunity.
Epstein's methods have been compared to a form of emotional manipulation, where he would use the promise of scholarships and academic opportunities as a tool for control. The allegations come as part of a larger picture of Epstein's long-running network of exploitation and abuse, which has sparked outrage and calls for greater accountability from institutions and individuals who were complicit in his actions.
The revelations have raised questions about the extent to which universities and educational institutions were aware of Epstein's activities, and whether they did enough to prevent him from exploiting young people. As Raskin noted, "It's pretty creepy" that Epstein seemed to be able to infiltrate so many educational institutions across state borders, using his network to recruit young people.
The case serves as a stark reminder of the power dynamics at play in situations where individuals with wealth and influence exploit those who are vulnerable and powerless. The Epstein Files Transparency Act has led to the release of numerous documents related to the financier's activities, providing a glimpse into the extent of his network and the tactics he used to manipulate and control his victims.
As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen whether institutions and individuals will be held accountable for their complicity in Epstein's crimes. One thing is clear, however: the promise of education and opportunity should never be used as a tool for manipulation and control.
A web of deceit and manipulation spun by financier Jeffrey Epstein has been laid bare by a group of survivors who allege that the late mogul used promises of university education as a tool to ensnare young women in his network. The claims come after a number of Epstein's victims came forward with similar stories, detailing how they were lured into his orbit with promises of scholarships and academic opportunities.
One such survivor, 21-year-old art student Rina Oh, recounted her experience of being introduced to Epstein by Lisa Phillips, another survivor who has emerged as a powerful voice in the survivors' network. Epstein allegedly promised Oh a scholarship to New York's School of Visual Arts, but eventually attached strings to the offer, pulling it away when she refused to comply with his demands.
Oh described how Epstein told her that he was a philanthropist who had sent many young people to university through connections made at school. However, in reality, Epstein used these promises to manipulate and control his victims, creating a form of dependence that could be withdrawn at any time.
Epstein's tactics have been exposed by Democrat congressman Jamie Raskin, who has written letters to Columbia University and New York University asking for information on the financier's network at these institutions. Raskin alleged that Epstein not only lured young women into his network but also ensured they were indebted to him, making them less likely to report crimes to law enforcement.
For Oh, Epstein's obsession with infiltrating the minds of young people was a key aspect of his modus operandi. She described how he became fixated on female body parts and would often request that she paint specific subjects for him, including images of women's crotches.
The allegations have sparked renewed scrutiny of Epstein's connections to other universities, including Harvard and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Many university officials maintained their ties with Epstein after his conviction in 2008, and some even benefited from his financial support.
In a chilling account, Oh revealed that Epstein seemed to be infiltrating schools across state borders, using his network to recruit young people. The former financier's reach appears to have been wide and deep, with victims claiming they were subjected to years of escalating sexual abuse after being drawn into his orbit through promises of education and opportunity.
Epstein's methods have been compared to a form of emotional manipulation, where he would use the promise of scholarships and academic opportunities as a tool for control. The allegations come as part of a larger picture of Epstein's long-running network of exploitation and abuse, which has sparked outrage and calls for greater accountability from institutions and individuals who were complicit in his actions.
The revelations have raised questions about the extent to which universities and educational institutions were aware of Epstein's activities, and whether they did enough to prevent him from exploiting young people. As Raskin noted, "It's pretty creepy" that Epstein seemed to be able to infiltrate so many educational institutions across state borders, using his network to recruit young people.
The case serves as a stark reminder of the power dynamics at play in situations where individuals with wealth and influence exploit those who are vulnerable and powerless. The Epstein Files Transparency Act has led to the release of numerous documents related to the financier's activities, providing a glimpse into the extent of his network and the tactics he used to manipulate and control his victims.
As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen whether institutions and individuals will be held accountable for their complicity in Epstein's crimes. One thing is clear, however: the promise of education and opportunity should never be used as a tool for manipulation and control.
. I mean, who uses scholarships and academic opportunities to control people? That's just sick 
. And the fact that some universities maintained ties with him after he got convicted is just disturbing... what were they thinking?! 
. And kudos to Jamie Raskin for doing his part in exposing Epstein's tactics 
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. It's a stark reminder of how powerful people can use their influence to manipulate and control others.
. The promise of education and opportunity should never be used as a tool for manipulation and control... that's just basic human decency 
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"The truth is rarely pure and never simple." - Oscar Wilde 
I'm still shook by these stories about Jeffrey Epstein's network preying on young women with promises of university education 
. It's like they were manipulated into thinking they owed him a favor, you know? 
And the fact that he used art as an excuse to get close to them... it's just sickening 
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Someone with a lot of power and influence, that's who. And it's not just about the women who were directly hurt by Epstein; it's about all the young people who might have been affected by his network without even realizing it 
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. And as for the survivors, I hope justice is served... but also just be aware that these kinds of stories are still happening today 
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. And the fact that universities and institutions didn't do enough to stop him is just shocking 
. I mean, how could they not see the red flags? The power dynamics at play here are just so disturbing 
. It's like a real-life horror movie, and I just can't believe it happened to so many people.
. We need to do better, we need to make sure that our educational institutions are prioritizing the safety and well-being of their students above all else 
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. The Epstein Files Transparency Act is a great step in getting to the bottom of this, but we need to see real action taken against those who were complicit in his crimes 
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rina oh's story is literally insane - he promises her a scholarship and then just pulls it away when she says no... like, what even is that? 
anyway, i'm low-key impressed by jamie raskin for speaking up about all this. guess you could say he's 'investing' time to uncover the truth 
We deserve better, and we need institutions that actually care about preventin' abuse and exploitation 
how can someone use promises of education to manipulate people like that? it's like they're taking advantage of the good vibes and opportunities that come with going to uni 