Beyond the Commons: Issue 1

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Lest we forget that Brett Kavanaugh was nominated by a President who undermines daily the democratic order of our nation and has a long track record of both formal and informal statements that disrespect sexual assault survivors, Americans will have the Kavanaugh hearings seared into their memories the difficult direction that this nation has chosen to take. The fundamental problem here is that the Supreme Court has become an intensely partisan arm that pretends otherwise. The Founders envisioned the Court the branch of government free from the violence of faction, but justices have divided neatly along partisan lines, especially on controversial cases involving hot-button issues. Kavanaugh therefore threatens the integrity of the Supreme Court. And Republicans have been brushing this under the rug for a number of reasons, the main one being that while they hold unified power in Washington, most of their agenda is hugely unpopular. Even if Kavanaugh undermines the reputation of the Supreme Court, Republicans needed him on the bench before November came.

SOCIAL ISSUES For the sake of society.

Indie Band, “Summer Salt�, Accused of Sexual Assault By: Anonymous Submission One of the best concert experiences for many people who listen to indie music stems from the band Summer Salt, who is open to meeting fans after concerts, taking endless photos, signing shirts, and following them back on Instagram. This friendliness and interaction with fans allows a gateway for the members to abuse and hurt the ones who support them the most - one in particular, Phil Baier. Former member Phil Baier has been accused of toxic behavior and sexual misconduct a multitude of times. This mindset is solely caused by the fact that his small amount of fame that he receives is sent straight to his 28


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