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Nov 06

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Will saying yes to affirmative consent curb college sexual assault?

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Oct 13

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Sexual assaults, ‘pervasive’ bullying revealed in N.J. town prized for football

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At Sayreville War Memorial High in New Jersey, seven players from the school’s revered football program were arrested for attacking younger teammates in the team’s locker room. Jeffrey Brown learns more about the charges of sexual assault and “pervasive” bullying…

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Oct 07

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Gillibrand calls for more women to raise their voices and get involved in public life

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As one of only 20 women currently serving in the Senate, New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand has focused on addressing sexual assault in the military and on college campuses. In her new book, "Off the Sidelines: Raise Your Voice, Change…

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Oct 07

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How Islamic State uses systematic sexual violence against women

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The Islamic State has gained notoriety for their beheadings and mass executions, but the group has also abducted thousands of women to make into sex slaves. A former female captive shares her story with the NewsHour, plus Gwen Ifill talks…

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Sep 19

Kerry Washington, John Hamm help White House unveil campaign against campus sexual assault

By Nedra Pickler, Associated Press

WASHINGTON -- The White House has enlisted Hollywood stars including Jon Hamm of "Mad Men" and Connie Britton of "Nashville" to help fight campus sexual assault. President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden are unveiling the "It's On Us"…

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Aug 27

Army general loses a star for stalling sexual assault case

By Robert Burns, Associated Press

A two-star Army general faulted for failing to properly investigate sexual assault and other accusations against a colonel on his staff will be retired at one-star rank, the Army announced Wednesday.

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Aug 01

Combating on-campus sexual assault with your smart phone

By Elizabeth Jones

The White House renewed its call to action when President Barack Obama signed a memorandum establishing a task force to protect college students, who are at the highest risk of sexual assault.

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Jul 31

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Will strengthening higher ed’s accountability on campus rape create ‘shadow’ justice system?

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Senators have proposed bipartisan legislation with steeper penalties for educational institutions that fail to investigate reports of sexual assault -- and some voices in higher ed are pushing back. Anne Neal of the American Council of Trustees and Alumni joins…

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Jul 30

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Senators propose improvements to how colleges handle sexual assault

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One in five female students has been affected by sexual assault, according to the White House. Now a bipartisan group of senators is calling for colleges and universities to take action. Gwen Ifill joins sponsors of the bill Sen. Claire…

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Jul 16

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Facing declining applications, Peace Corps rethinks how to reach a new generation

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