Debate Over Betsy DeVos' Proposed Rules For Sexual Assault And Harassment On Campus

Education Secretary Betsy DeVos has announced sweeping rules on how colleges handle cases of sexual assault and harassment.

Among the changes, the new rules bolster due process rights of defendants — including the right to cross-examine their accusers.

The change is being debated in the Boston area, home to dozens of colleges and universities.

Proponents say the new rules will fix a failed system that was unfair to students accused of sexual assault and harassment. Opponents say they will have a chilling effect on the reporting of these cases — in effect, punishing the victims.

Wendy Kaminer, lawyer, author and feminist.

Colby Bruno, special legal counsel for the Victims Rights Law Center. She tweets @Colby__Bruno.