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Native American Author Sherman Alexie Apologizes Amid Sexual Abuse Claims

HeadlineMar 01, 2018

Native American author and filmmaker Sherman Alexie apologized Wednesday over multiple anonymous allegations of sexual misconduct. Among the allegations, author Litsa Dremousis wrote online that over 20 women have accused Alexie of sexual harassment. In a statement, Alexie said, “Over the years, I have done things that have harmed other people, including those I love most deeply. To those whom I have hurt, I genuinely apologize. I am so sorry.”

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