There are two contradictory threads when it comes to victims of domestic violence: they should have control over how and when they tell their story, but they’re sometimes in denial about being a victim in the first place. This week, the media found itself uncomfortably perched in the middle of those two opposites. 

Dan Kennedy teaches journalism at Northeastern University.

Callie Crossley hosts WGBH News' Under the Radar.

Kara Millerhosts WGBH News' Innovation Hub.

Jon Keller is a political analyst at WBZ.