(Blaming Others in Life, 2013)

It is common knowledge that sexual assault is wrong and should not be tolerated. However, many choose to turn a blind eye to this issue. Top Assembly lawyer, Bill Collins, neglected to bring forth allegations of sexual harassment made against Manhattan Assemblyman Micah Kellner. Despite a subpoena for sexual harassment documents, following sexual harassment claims made against former Assemblyman Vito Lopez. This scandal will reflect negatively on Democrat Assembly speaker Sheldon Silver, since he is known for his poor handing of sexual harassment cases. This scandal highlights that the Legislature operates in a way that favours public image over ethics.

I picked this article, because it relates to the Sauder pro-rape chants, in the sense that they both have a common theme of sexual assault. Although this news is very troubling, I am very pleased to see the proactive steps that the Sauder Facility is taking towards the issue. The staff is taking a negative situation as an opportunity for growth, rather than a time to blame or cover up. We, the students, need to keep in mind that we are the future leaders to shape the values we wish to see in not just Sauder, but the World.

References

Hakim, D. (2013, August 7). State Ethics Panel Opens an Inquiry Into a Sexual Harassment Cover-Up – NYTimes.com.The New York Times – Breaking News, World News & Multimedia. Retrieved September 13, 2013, from http://www.nytimes.com/2013/08/08/nyregion/state-ethics-panel-opens-an-inquiry-into-a-sexual-harassment-cover-up.html

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