Indie Cowan

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OPINION: We need to change the stigma around sexual assault

Many enjoy the liberal echo chamber in Bellingham. Our motto is practically, “If you don’t have something progressive to say, don’t say anything at all.” But never being challenged means we may not critically think about what our peers are doing, or feel hesitant about disagreeing with a fellow social warrior in fear of being seen as the opposition. This lack of a true sounding board causes a groupthink effect that breeds harmful beliefs under the guise of being liberal.