Meredith Ralston is a professor of women's studies and political studies at Mount Saint Vincent University and a documentary filmmaker. Her films include Hope in Heaven, Selling Sex and Why Women Run. She wrote Slut-Shaming, Whorephobia, and the Unfinished Sexual Revolution; her research examines sex work, sexuality and women's political participation.
We have documented 1 statement by Meredith Ralston, in 1 case. Each statement below gives the quotation, its original source and a link to the full case.
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Role at the time: Professor of women's studies and political studies at Mount Saint Vincent University
Condemned
Statement summary
Ralston criticizes Cornell's response and argues that the case reflects persistent victim-blaming and failures to understand consent. She calls for changes in institutions and attitudes.
“Cornell University has found itself in a crisis of its own making”
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Why we used this label
Relative to Cornell's handling of the allegations, Ralston expressly criticizes the institution and calls for change.
Cornell says its investigation led to expulsions and suspensions. Critics say its response to the Chi Phi allegations was inadequate and opaque. The civil complaint mentions essays as a way to mitigate conduct, not as the only sanction.
