Comment by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

The creation of this content parallels the same exact intention of physical rape and sexual assault — it is about power, domination, and humiliation. While the images may be digital, the harm to victims is very real. [...] It is not enough to take down content; we need to give victims a civil right of action. Take It Down gave us removal, and DEFIANCE will give us recourse and restitution. Unverified source (2026)