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“We've been told by the people on the other side who don't like the campus sexual assault movement that these are all "he-said, she-said" cases. Quite rightly, they say campus procedures are often very flawed, the investigation methods are not that good, and we aren't sure what we can trust…” quote by Michele Landis Dauber
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“We've been told by the people on the other side who don't like the campus sexual assault movement that these are all "he-said, she-said" cases. Quite rightly, they say campus procedures are often very flawed, the investigation methods are not that good, and we aren't sure what we can trust. [Opponents say that] it seems like a lot to call somebody a rapist if they haven't gone to a criminal trial.”

Michele Landis Dauber

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Critics argue sexual assault allegations are often dismissed as he‑said‑she‑said, questioning investigative reliability.

In simple terms: People doubt campus assault investigations.

Key Takeaway

Demand transparent, fair processes.

Themes

justice due process gender education trust

Mood

critical reflective

Type

academic social

When to use this quote

  • university hearings
  • policy reform
  • student safety

Key Concepts

institutional bias evidence standards victim advocacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards protect both parties?
  • How can trust be rebuilt?
A Different Perspective

Balancing rights of accused and accuser is challenging.

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