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“I also believe that upending ingrained ideas about what assault is a gun to the head, a stranger, a parking lot and what consent looks like a woman who gives a no really means yes is very messy. And part of the messiness is some students - and yes, usually these are liberal students - over-determining the definition of assault.”

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Vanessa Grigoriadis

Vanessa Grigoriadis is a renowned journalist, born on September 21, 1973. She is known for her in-depth investigative reporting and sharp insights into social issues. more

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