JustInTheNickOfCrime criticizes mitigation while questioning blanket accounts
JustInTheNickOfCrimeTrue-crime commentator writing as JustInTheNickOfCrime
Writing as JustInTheNickOfCrime, the author criticizes allowing mitigation of the alleged conduct while acknowledging Cornell's reported expulsions and suspensions. The essay rejects a blanket cover-up account and calls for another investigation.
“I don't think rape should be mitigated”
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Did Cornell adequately discipline the students named in the Cornell 7 lawsuit?
A former Cornell student alleges that seven Chi Phi members sexually assaulted her in October 2024 and that Cornell mishandled the aftermath. The Cornell Daily Sun's editorial board and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized the university's response. Cornell says its Title IX process resulted in expulsions and suspensions, and that essays were not the sole consequence for any student found responsible. AP subsequently reported individual sanctions and housing concerns.
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The author discusses Cornell's investigation and sanctions, criticizes mitigation of the alleged conduct, and calls for a further investigation.
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In 'Then why did Cornell punish anyone?', the author describes Cornell's hearing and sanctions, and says essays were not the sole punishment.
After the quotation
The author questions the handling of evidence and seeks further investigation. Support for the complainant accompanies discussion of disputed evidence.
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Why this label?
The author expressly criticizes mitigation in Cornell's disciplinary process. Rejecting simplified accounts does not erase that criticism.
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