Kavanaugh confirmation evokes contrasting opinions among students

By Maristela Romero The controversy surrounding Brett Kavanaugh’s nomination drew the attention of the country, including University of Maryland students who hold divided opinions about the scandal. Kavanaugh’s nomination process, from the alleged sexual assault of Dr. Christine Blasey Ford and similar claims from two other women to his emotional response during his testimony, has been met with on-campus protests from some students and sympathy … Continue reading Kavanaugh confirmation evokes contrasting opinions among students

UMD students gather in front of McKeldin to protest Judge Kavanaugh’s U.S. Supreme Court nomination

By Maria Trovato The UMD Socialists held a speakout to protest Brett Kavanaugh’s nomination to the Supreme Court and support survivors of sexual assault Oct. 2. The crowd of about 25 people stood in front of McKeldin Library, chanting phrases like “Whatever we wear, wherever we go, yes means yes and no means no!” and “When women’s rights are under attack, what do we do? … Continue reading UMD students gather in front of McKeldin to protest Judge Kavanaugh’s U.S. Supreme Court nomination