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Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · 18h
ITHACA, N.Y. (AP) — Cornell bans fraternity parties in wake of gang rape allegation, says state police will investigate campus sex crimes.
Dear Cornell community,

I am deeply sorry for the harm Jane Doe suffered in 2024, and appalled that this act of sexual violence occurred within our Cornell community. It is clear that women on our campus continue to question whether they are safe. We must meet this moment by acknowledging where we have fallen short and taking meaningful action.

I have spent the past weeks listening to students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, and trustees, who have shared their feelings of deep connection and sympathy with Jane Doe, anger and frustration that this could happen at Cornell, and outrage at the broader prevalence of sexual violence against women in our society.

These conversations, and campus protests, have underscored my deep conviction that we must do better: that the time for meaningful and lasting change at Cornell, and at campuses across the country, is now. The independent review led by former U.S. Deputy Attorney General Sally Yates will look at all related Cornell policies and practices, and provide actionable ways that we can improve. However, it is clear that we cannot wait for these findings to take action.

After gathering input from across all parts of our university community, I am implementing, effective immediately, the following measures to strengthen campus safety, better support survivors, and begin addressing the social context of sexual violence at Cornell:
Strengthen Campus Safety. All parties and social events in Interfraternity Council (IFC) houses at Cornell will be suspended for the remainder of the 2026-2027 academic year. These measures will provide time for a thorough review of fraternity life at Cornell to determine whether and how it can safely continue.
There will be zero tolerance for violations of this directive. Any fraternity holding an in-house party or social event will receive an immediate emergency suspension.
We will immediately engage students and faculty experts in the development of safe social alternatives and invest university resources in their establishment.Better Support for Survivors. We will strengthen our systems of support for survivors of sexual assault in three important ways:
We will add staff to the Cornell Office of Civil Rights, including the appointment of a dedicated Case Manager who will help individuals who report sexual misconduct navigate other university processes (such as financial aid, academic accommodations, housing, and bursar) as needed.
We are working with the New York State Police to allow their experienced, trauma-informed criminal investigators, who are independent of Cornell University, to investigate allegations of sexual assault on campus. These individuals will interview survivors who elect to pursue criminal charges and will prepare comprehensive investigative summaries for the appropriate law enforcement agency. This would be in place for the duration of the independent review.
Student support staff will be added beyond the Presidential Task Force recommendations to provide additional Victim Advocate support in the Sexual Harassment & Assault—Response & Education (SHARE) office and prevention-focused programs across campus. This is in addition to an existing plan for investment in additional mental health resources.Changing the Social Culture at Cornell. Research has shown that campus sexual assault is not limited to the fraternity system. At its core is the specific context of social behavior and a deeply disturbing prevalence of alcohol and drug abuse. While this is not a problem unique to Cornell, we are committed to setting a higher standard for education, oversight, and enforcement of safe social behavior and citizenship.
We will accelerate the implementation of the recommendations of the Presidential Task Force on Sexual Assault and expand the scope and nature of the recommendations by engaging the campus community.
Leaning on faculty expertise in the area of sexual assault and rape culture, and actively engaging and listening to the Cornell community, we will re-form and re-focus the Presidential Task Force on Sexual Assault on expanded opportunities for safe and healthy social engagement and further ways to reduce risks.
We will enhance existing education and programming to address the bystander effect and the duty of care we owe each other.
To provide further support and momentum for this effort, we will engage national sexual violence prevention expertise and community safety organizations to examine the factors leading to campus sexual violence and strategies to promote responsible sexual citizenship.
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Ken Klippenstein @kenklippenstein.bsky.social · 18h
Whoops!
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rallaholla.bsky.social @rallaholla.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
You need to watch Breaking Bad. One if the best series around
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Ayanna Pressley @ayannapressley.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
This is a gross abuse of power & the latest in a decade-long, racist smear campaign against a duly elected Black Congresswoman. Trump is a coward who is weaponizing his DOJ to fuel hate & intimidate opponents with baseless attacks like these, just like with Rep. McIver, Lisa Cook & Tish James.
Congresswomen Ayanna Pressley and Ilhan Omar during a press conference in Minneapolis
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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 12/10/2026
Happy #IndigenousPeoplesDay! Virginia has eleven tribes recognized by the Commonwealth, seven of which are federally recognized. Each has played a pivotal role in shaping our history for thousands of years. Today, we celebrate their rich histories, cultures and traditions.
Graphic. Background is photo of Chickahominy Indian Tribe Pow-Wow. Text reads, “HAPPY INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ DAY.” Logo of Rep. McClellan is present.
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emptywheel @emptywheel.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
We've been boiled frogs for so long this never gets mentioned. But this violates DOJ policies that have been in place for decades, ones that Defense Attorney Todd Blanche said should have extended for the entirety of the time his client had declared his candidacy. (Tho I think this was DHS.)
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David C Bell @moviehooligan.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
If you’re wondering what the vibe is going into the midterms the New England fall fair I went to today had a crochet guillotine for sale.
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Scott Dworkin @dworkin.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Trump just announced a Navy deal worth up to $2.9 billion. Don Jr. is a partner in a firm that owns a piece of the company that got it. www.dworkinsubstack.com/p/a-heros-we...
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 10/10/2026
Mental health affects all of us and today, on World Mental Health Day, we recognize the importance of making sure no one has to navigate those challenges alone. If you or a loved one are in crisis or need help, call or text 9-8-8 for support.
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Elizabeth Warren @warren.senate.gov · 10/10/2026
The President vs. every member of Congress COMBINED. Guess who made more personal financial trades? Donald Trump — with 28,000+ trades. Stock trading by top government officials should be illegal—no owning, buying, or selling stocks.
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Scott Galloway @profgalloway.com · 10/10/2026
11-3-26: Stain Removal
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Anonymous @youranoncentral.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Navi Pillay has won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her lifelong defence of human rights and international law. The former ICC judge helped establish rape as an act of genocide, fought apartheid in South Africa and led the UN investigation that found Israel responsible for genocide in Gaza.
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Navi Pillay, the ICC judge who helped establish rape as an act of genocide, wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
Navi Pillay has won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her lifelong defence of human rights and international law. The former ICC judge helped establish rape as an act of genocide, fought apartheid in Sou...
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Why have so many people fallen behind? It's not because of immigrants, trans people, or any other bogeyman trotted out by the GOP. It's because corporations and billionaires rigged the system in their favor — and a bought-off political establishment let it happen. It's time to fix the system.
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Chris Murphy @chrismurphyct.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Something unprecedented happened during my visit to the Gulf. For the first time in 20 years in Congress, I was denied entry to U.S. military facilities and even meetings with military leaders. An order from Hegseth - that applies to both parties - to hide the cost of the war.
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Amee Vanderpool @girlsreallyrule.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Here is Megyn Kelly, telling the world that Jane Doe was lucky she got to be raped by seven men and she should be grateful.
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I Love Animals @petsanimals.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
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Charles Keener @charleskeener.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
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Tom Walsh @tewalsh340.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
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ebisback.bsky.social @ebisback.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
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Mother Jones @motherjones.com · 05/10/2026
"Our rape statutes were written decades ago, at a time when women were gravely underrepresented in the legislature, and when we understood far less about rape than we understand now."
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The loophole that likely doomed the Cornell rape case before it even started
Accusers who voluntarily drink have little protection under an antiquated law many see as victim-blaming.
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Randi Weingarten 🖇️📚✊🇺🇸 @rweingarten.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Dr Norma Bowe is one of my personal heroes Establishing a mobile health clinic for the families visiting immigrants detained at Delaney -in horrendous conditions- is an act of compassion and courage. Every week she is there ICE has harassed her Her union-local, state & national has her back
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Codfather #FBPE 🇫🇷🇪🇺 @codfather.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
I'm with Carl Sagan on this:
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Eric Lipton NYT @ericlipton.nytimes.com · 03/10/2026
JUST POSTED: Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff have pushed a multibillion oil deal with Russia as part of peace talks that will bring profits to their family business partners. A new front for Trump-era conflicts of interest. www.nytimes.com/2026/10/03/u...
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U.S.-Russia Talks on Ukraine Now Involve an Oil Deal Tied to Trump Allies (Gift Article)
President Vladimir V. Putin brought up a sale of Russian energy assets with President Trump’s envoys, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, pushing a deal that raises new questions about conflicts of inter...
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
As Trump and Republicans strip health coverage from millions (for tax cuts for the rich), Dems plan to expand Medicare. #MedicareForAllNOW www.newsweek.com/medicare-upd...
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Elizabeth Warren @warren.senate.gov · 01/10/2026
CEO compensation has increased 1,316% since 1978. And worker compensation? Just 28%. The system is rigged. We need to start taxing the rich so they pay their fair share.
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Hoodlum 🇺🇸 @nothoodlum.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
JUST IN: Governor Hochul Names Letitia James as Special Prosecutor in Cornell Case. Gift link. 👇 www.nytimes.com/2026/10/01/n...
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Scott Dworkin @dworkin.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Build superintelligent AI, face up to 20 years in prison. That's the Sanders-Casar bill, and the tech lobby will spend a fortune to kill it. Beat them with letters. Send yours before September ends: actionnetwork.org/letters/tell...
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Tell Congress: Stop AI oligarchs from building machines humans cannot control
Contact Congress today!
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ProPublica @propublica.org · 29/09/2026
NEW: A new White House rule would prohibit anyone from using federal grant money for voter registration drives, including ones that help disabled Americans vote. It’s part of the Trump administration’s broader effort to restrict voting access.
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This White House Plan Threatens Funding That Helps Disabled Americans Vote
A new rule from the Office of Management and Budget would prohibit anyone from using federal grant money for voter registration drives. It’s part of the Trump administration’s broader efforts to restr...
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Judd Legum @juddlegum.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
1. How has MAGA Inc. raised an unprecedented amount of money? Let’s review:
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 29/09/2026
Warren: "This has been their argument every time -- they cut taxes and say, 'Ultimately it's really going to pay off for you.' What's happened every time? The academics study it very carefully and say, 'What really happened is the richest people got richer and everybody else got left behind.'"
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
I know Rahm Emanuel. I worked with him for years in the Clinton administration, and then when he was Obama’s chief of staff. Rahm Emanuel represents everything that’s been wrong about the Democratic Party for the last 30+ years. Be warned. robertreich.substack.com/p/the-rahm…
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The 74 @the74.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
The Department of Education on Monday officially rescinded the Biden-era Title IX rule, which extended protections to LGBTQ students. The move, Education Secretary Linda McMahon said, will give parents “greater comfort” www.the74million.org/article/educ...
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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 24/09/2026
Macklemore announces Free Palestine tour to benefit humanitarian aid organisations
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Macklemore announces Free Palestine tour to benefit humanitarian aid organisations
The US rapper, removed from Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour after voicing support of Palestine, has convened a charity show that will visit Dublin, Paris and London, with a North American run to be announced Macklemore has announced a “Free Palestine” tour, a series of live shows that will feature the US rapper performing alongside musicians and friends to raise funds for humanitarian causes in Palestine. The news comes after Macklemore (AKA Benjamin Haggerty) was removed from Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour after he called for a “free Palestine” onstage and said he wanted the people of Gaza and “the occupied West Bank” to know “we have not forgotten about them”. Continue reading...
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Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani @mayor.nyc.gov · 24/09/2026
Never been to the opera before? Now’s your chance. We’re giving away 70,000 free tickets to the @metopera at the iconic Lincoln Center. Go to on.nyc.gov/opera to enter the lottery. There’s not a bad seat in the house.
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Joe Flynn @chinajoeflynn.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Hi folks. If you saw this, you know the administration plans to only accept white South Africans next year. Tomorrow is Congress's formal say before the determination is signed. Please check this brief thread on why I'd like you to speak out for the Afghan people still in limbo...
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Kyle Griffin @kylegriffin1.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
BREAKING WaPo: JD Vance and admin officials are set to announce that they're removing hundreds of thousands of people from Affordable Care Act coverage — claiming that they were fraudulently enrolled in the program, according to three people with knowledge of the forthcoming announcement.
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Trump officials plan to cut hundreds of thousands from ACA, claiming fraud
Vance targeted ACA enrollment as part of a broader administration crackdown on suspected fraud.
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Catherine Rampell @crampell.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
At her 22-week ultrasound, Amanda Jablonski learned their daughter had developed without a skull or a brain. There was no chance for survival, and every day Amanda stayed pregnant was a threat to her health and life. Under TN law, she was denied an abortion. www.wbir.com/article/news...
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Ro Khanna @rokhanna.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Paramount, run by the Ellisons, should not own both CBS and CNN. California must not cave and take a deal that leaves both under the same owner. variety.com/2026/film/ne...
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Paramount and California AG Bonta Reportedly in ‘Advanced Talks’ to Settle Antitrust Suit
Paramount Skydance is in "advanced talks" with California Attorney General Rob Bonta to settle the 12-state antitrust suit that's holding up its takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, the WSJ reported.
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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 20/09/2026
988 plays a crucial role in connecting Americans to the care they need. I joined @dorismatsui.bsky.social, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, @beyer.house.gov, @reptroycarter.bsky.social, and @balint.house.gov to discuss our bills to sustain the crisis response infrastructure behind 988.
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Hoodlum 🇺🇸 @nothoodlum.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
The opposite of a guard dog: A Golden Retriever begs to play with an intruder during a San Diego break-in. One dog slipped out the doggy door, while the other wanted to play. “Our dog tried to play with him,” the owner said, laughing. “He’s super friendly.” www.latimes.com/california/s...
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More Perfect Union @moreperfectunion.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
HUGE: Elizabeth Warren, AOC, and other members of Congress have introduced a bill to push private equity out of healthcare. The Stop Corporate Takeovers of Physicians Act would make it illegal for private equity, insurance companies, and for-profit corporations to own or control medical practices.
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Kyle Griffin @kylegriffin1.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Rep. Ayanna Pressley is introducing a bill to compensate survivors of abuse by Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
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Ayanna Pressley introduces bill to compensate Epstein victims - The Boston Globe
The first-of-its-kind bill would help address economic burdens of victims whose rights have been violated by the federal government.
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Reminder: voter fraud is not a thing. Voter suppression is.
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Catherine Rampell @crampell.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Trump has made 28,700 stock/securities trades since returning to office - more than all of congress combined. Note that he is pushing for a stock-trading ban for lawmakers that wouod exclude him www.bloomberg.com/graphics/202...
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Trump Made 29,000 Securities Trades, More Than All of Congress
Donald Trump made nearly 29,000 securities trades in 17 months — more than every member of Congress combined. The stock-purchasing ban he’s pushing would leave him exempt
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Mike Zaccardi, CFA, CMT @mikezaccardi.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
While wage and salary growth has slowed to roughly pre-pandemic levels, health insurance costs have surged. Sage Eco @soberlook Carl Quintanilla
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NPR @npr.org · 16/09/2026
Because of a data lag, the current reality of access may be even worse. n.pr/4haXKT6
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21 million women live in U.S. counties with limited birth control access
Because of a data lag, the current reality of access may be even worse.
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Don Moynihan @donmoyn.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Unlike Macklemore, these support acts don’t have big followings and they are giving up their chance to perform to stadiums to push back against censorship, not of themselves but of a fellow artist. Respect.
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Una Mullally @unamullally.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
The Irish musician Aaron Rowe has said he is withdrawing as a support act on Ed Sheeran’s tour.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 15/09/2026
Trump doesn’t even use email or a computer. His only engagement with AI has been slop posts. He’s doing what his big tech backers like Mark Zuckerberg and David Sacks tell him to do. They’re telling him to put Americans at risk so they can make more money. Pure corruption.
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