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Drinking Culture: American Kids and the Danger of Being Cool

On America's college campuses, there are epidemics we talk about and those we don't. When sexual assaults or fraternity hazing deaths make headlines, court cases follow and new rules are enacted, but less attention is paid to an underlying issue – binge drinking culture. CBSN Originals explores how drinking to excess is not only considered normal, but cool, and how for many young people "blacking out" is less a rarity than an every weekend occurrence – with grave consequences.

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Sexual assault victim Chanel Miller speaks

The woman who delivered a powerful statement about her sexual assault by a Stanford student and gave voice to survivors nationwide is now coming forward. Previously known as "Emily Doe," Chanel Miller is sharing her story with 60 Minutes' Bill Whitaker, and she’s written a memoir set to be published later this month. It expands on her victim impact statement, which was viewed by 11 million people in just four days after it was posted online. Many who shared the statement said her words inspired them to come forward with their own stories. Jericka Duncan reports.

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