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Ford is accusing Kavanaugh of a violent crime, not “sexual misconduct”Ford is accusing Kavanaugh of a violent crime, not “sexual misconduct”
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Sexual assault is a felony in most states.

By Alexia Fernández Campbell
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Kellyanne Conway says Kavanaugh’s accuser should be heardKellyanne Conway says Kavanaugh’s accuser should be heard
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Her comments mark a break from the White House’s public statements.

By Li Zhou
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The allegations against Brett Kavanaugh are about the present, not just the pastThe allegations against Brett Kavanaugh are about the present, not just the past
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Kavanaugh’s denial raises a question that must be answered.

By Ezra Klein
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Democrats call for delay in Kavanaugh nomination after accuser comes forward. Republicans aren’t so sure.Democrats call for delay in Kavanaugh nomination after accuser comes forward. Republicans aren’t so sure.
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Christine Blasey Ford’s lawyer says she’s willing to testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee too.

By Li Zhou and Emily Stewart
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Read: Christine Blasey Ford’s letter detailing sexual assault allegations against Brett KavanaughRead: Christine Blasey Ford’s letter detailing sexual assault allegations against Brett Kavanaugh
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A source has read a redacted version to CNN.

By Li Zhou
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Brett Kavanaugh’s accuser, Christine Blasey Ford, comes forward in the Washington PostBrett Kavanaugh’s accuser, Christine Blasey Ford, comes forward in the Washington Post
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“Now I feel like my civic responsibility is outweighing my anguish and terror about retaliation.”

By Emily Stewart
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Anita Hill: Kavanaugh accuser should get a “fair and neutral” investigationAnita Hill: Kavanaugh accuser should get a “fair and neutral” investigation
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“I have seen firsthand what happens when such a process is weaponized against an accuser.”

By Li Zhou
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Dianne Feinstein silenced Kavanaugh’s accuser to protect the status quoDianne Feinstein silenced Kavanaugh’s accuser to protect the status quo
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DiFi and other Democrats are stuck in an era that makes a false distinction between private conduct and public life.

By Laura McGann
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Flashback: Sen. Hirono asked Kavanaugh about personal sexual misconduct during his hearingFlashback: Sen. Hirono asked Kavanaugh about personal sexual misconduct during his hearing
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He said he hadn’t committed harassment or assault.

By Li Zhou
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What we know about the explosive letter accusing Kavanaugh of attempted sexual assaultWhat we know about the explosive letter accusing Kavanaugh of attempted sexual assault
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Dianne Feinstein shared it with the FBI this week.

By Li Zhou
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65 women who knew Brett Kavanaugh in high school defend his character65 women who knew Brett Kavanaugh in high school defend his character
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In light of allegations of sexual assault, 65 women say Kavanaugh always “treated women with respect.”

By Tara Golshan
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A woman alleges Brett Kavanaugh held her down and attempted to sexually assault herA woman alleges Brett Kavanaugh held her down and attempted to sexually assault her
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Sen. Dianne Feinstein forwarded a letter detailing the alleged incident, which happened in high school, to the FBI.

By Zack Beauchamp
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The Senate Judiciary Committee is expected to vote on Kavanaugh on September 20The Senate Judiciary Committee is expected to vote on Kavanaugh on September 20
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It will likely bring him one step closer to confirmation.

By Li Zhou
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5 revealing responses from Kavanaugh’s written answers to senators5 revealing responses from Kavanaugh’s written answers to senators
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For one thing, he says he doesn’t have gambling debts.

By Li Zhou
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Kavanaugh: I ignored a Parkland victim’s father because I thought he was just another protesterKavanaugh: I ignored a Parkland victim’s father because I thought he was just another protester
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He explains the apparent rebuff in recent written answers.

By Li Zhou
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Read: Kavanaugh’s written answers to more than 1,000 Senate questionsRead: Kavanaugh’s written answers to more than 1,000 Senate questions
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He addresses the gambling question — as well as follow-ups on executive power and abortion rights.

By Li Zhou
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Why Susan Collins claims she’s being bribed over her Kavanaugh voteWhy Susan Collins claims she’s being bribed over her Kavanaugh vote
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A Crowdpac crowdfunding campaign to encourage Collins to vote against Kavanaugh has the senator and others sounding the alarm.

By Emily Stewart
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The public thinks the Supreme Court is more liberal than it isThe public thinks the Supreme Court is more liberal than it is
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What does that mean for mobilizing voters?

By Tara Golshan
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Kavanaugh bragged about his clerks’ diversity. His legal record is another story.Kavanaugh bragged about his clerks’ diversity. His legal record is another story.
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His arguments for “race-neutral” policies obscure existing disparities.

By Li Zhou
Explainers
4 winners and 3 losers from Brett Kavanaugh’s many-hour, multi-day confirmation hearings4 winners and 3 losers from Brett Kavanaugh’s many-hour, multi-day confirmation hearings
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Winner: Trump. Loser: women and people of color.

By Li Zhou, Dylan Matthews and 2 more
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Nixon White House counsel: Trump doesn’t respect the rule of lawNixon White House counsel: Trump doesn’t respect the rule of law
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John Dean says that’s the difference between the sitting president and Richard Nixon.

By Li Zhou
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Kavanaugh’s description of birth control as “abortion-inducing drugs,” explainedKavanaugh’s description of birth control as “abortion-inducing drugs,” explained
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It’s not clear whether he actually thinks birth control causes abortion. Here’s what is clear.

By Anna North
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The Brett Kavanaugh perjury controversy, explained by 4 legal scholarsThe Brett Kavanaugh perjury controversy, explained by 4 legal scholars
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Conclusion? It’s probably not perjury.

By Dylan Matthews
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Kavanaugh, the NYT op-ed, and the failure of Trump-skeptical RepublicansKavanaugh, the NYT op-ed, and the failure of Trump-skeptical Republicans
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Some Republicans know Trump is a menace — but can’t bring themselves to act.

By Zack Beauchamp
Explainers
If Kavanaugh is confirmed, any of these 13 cases could end Roe v. WadeIf Kavanaugh is confirmed, any of these 13 cases could end Roe v. Wade
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The landmark abortion decision could be overturned within a year.

By Anna North