This is a good thread on a hugely problematic piece of the new Title IX reg that I missed in my read–– this is what happens when you try to make things look like a court process without the powers and protection of a court. 1/ https://twitter.com/NBedera/status/1263986521176039425

With no subpoena power, parties can't be forced to appear. And if they choose not to appear, their statements won't be considered. The most horrifying part of this thread is something Nicole gets at–– 2/

That a respondent that made a written confession could prevent that confession from being considered by just choosing not to show up for the hearing. 3/