Al Franken accused of sexual harassment

[Sirius_]

Every male politician accused of sexual harassment should be replaced by a woman.

For what reason exactly? To make a point? I’d rather have the best possible politician, regardless of gender.

[Sirius_]

Every male politician accused of sexual harassment should be replaced by a woman.

For what reason exactly? To make a point? I’d rather have the best possible politician, regardless of gender.

Implying that the best possible politician can’t be a woman.

I’m saying that the best politician could be either. Nobody should be appointed just because of their gender.

[Sirius_]

Every male politician accused of sexual harassment should be replaced by a woman.

For what reason exactly? To make a point? I’d rather have the best possible politician, regardless of gender.

Implying that the best possible politician can’t be a woman.

I’m saying that the best politician could be either. Nobody should be appointed just because of their gender.

half the population is women (actually over half) and how many Senators, Representatives, Presidents, Cabinet Members are women? maybe 10-15%. I don't know. I think there's no reason NOT to have a woman replace EVERY man who resigns over sexual misconduct. It can only improve things!

How can it only improve things? They could be terrible congresswoman depending on who they are. All I care about is their job performance. You people are the ones who are being discriminatory.

[Sirius_]

I could live with a senator Swanson.

[Sirius_]

You know, I don't want to be the one saying this, but I'm really uncomfortable with the idea of somebody resigning before thing is even properly investigated. OK, there's some strong evidence here, but it's still a matter of principle. Being accused is not (and should not) the same as being convicted.

I have to agree.
Kill me now...

[Sirius_]

Leeann Tweeden might have given Franken an out:

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Her statement makes the allegation seem more legitimate but also less serious.