As 'Cornell 7' Scandal Deepens, University Professor Breaks Silence With Blistering Message About The Accused

Key Points:

• A 22-year-old former Cornell student filed a civil lawsuit against seven Chi Phi fraternity members, accusing them of sexual misconduct in 2024, but faced social media skepticism about her claims.
• Cornell professor Kate Manne strongly supports the victim, emphasizing that victims should never be blamed and highlighting widespread solidarity on campus, including a large rally attended by students, faculty, and staff.
• The accused fraternity members claim the encounters were consensual, with some denying involvement and others stating the woman initiated contact, contrasting with the victim’s detailed account and her report to campus police.
• New York Governor Kathy Hochul criticized the initial handling of the case, appointing Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor after the district attorney closed the case without interviewing the victim or witnesses.
• The case has sparked significant public attention and debate about sexual assault on campus, with rallies in support of the victim held at Cornell and in Boston, reflecting growing momentum for addressing such issues.