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Cuomo’s videotaped testimony released as former governor faces new federal probe
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“It would be an act of insanity to touch a woman’s breast and make myself vulnerable to a woman for such an accusation.”
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Cuomo harassment probe transcripts released, including former governor’s testimony
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Now a private citizen, Andrew Cuomo continues to deny that he ever touched anyone inappropriately.
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Former New York Governor Still Fighting Report That Found He Sexually Harassed 11 Women
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“(The state attorney general) had a motive to draw every possible inference against the governor, who was a political rival.”
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Kathy Hochul Now New York’s First Woman Governor
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“I believe that we will need mask mandates for children to go back to schools. And that will have to be universal, it will be statewide.”
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In Farewell Address, Cuomo Doubles Down on Defense While Highlighting Accomplishments
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“The attorney general’s report was designed to be a political firecracker on an explosive topic.”
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Andrew Cuomo’s Final Day As New York Governor
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s 10 years in control of the New York governor’s office comes to a close today.
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Assembly Will Release Final Cuomo Impeachment Report, Speaker Says
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The Assembly dropped the probe on Friday after advice from attorneys that it wouldn’t be legal to impeach Cuomo after he’s left office
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Hochul Takes No Position On Impeachment Proceedings
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“I’ve been in this business long enough to know that it’s not in the purview of the New York State governor to dictate to the New York State Assembly.”
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In Barely A Year, Governor Cuomo Went From A Pandemic Hero To A Political Pariah
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The investigation brought down the governor less than a year after he won an Emmy Award for his famous coronavirus briefings.
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Despite Cuomo Resignation, Ranking Impeachment Committee Member Wants To Continue
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“There is a lot there. You know, we didn’t just investigate sexual misconduct allegations like the Attorney General. We have investigations in several other areas that are pending.”
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Assembly Could Conclude Impeachment Investigations in ‘Weeks’
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“You want to make sure things are right, but also done in an expeditious manner. And, you know, I believe that this is going to be dealt with in weeks.”
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Cuomo Attorney: My Client Was ‘Ambushed’ By Attorney General’s Sexual Harassment Report
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“There has been no open-minded fact-finding in this case.”
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Cuomo Accuser Speaks Publicly For First Time
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“It was the right thing to do. The governor needs to be held accountable.”
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Melissa DeRosa, Top Aide To Governor Cuomo, Resigns From Role
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“What we need to do the soonest is to get Cuomo out of power because of the way he uses it, like a weapon.”
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Sheriff Confirms Investigation Into “Executive Assistant #1” Allegation Against Cuomo
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“We will cooperate fully with the Albany sheriff and turn over all evidence related to this complainant.”
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New York Assembly’s Impeachment Inquiry Nears Completion
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“I think it’s extremely realistic for the committee to be considering articles of impeachment by early September. And then the Assembly would have a vote.”
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Pressure Mounts On Governor Cuomo To Resign
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“I will not be distracted from that job. We have a lot do to. We still have to manage the Covid beast. It is not dead yet. It is not over.”
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Cuomo Responds To Attorney General’s Harassment Report, Calls It The Result Of Bias
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“The Governor’s conduct in this regard is unremarkable: Democratic and Republican politicians, male and female alike, use handshakes, hugs, and kisses to connect with others.”
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President Biden, New York Senators Call On Cuomo To Resign
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“No elected official is above the law. The people of New York deserve better leadership in the governor’s office. We continue to believe that the Governor should resign.”
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In Light Of The AG’s Report, Will Cuomo Be Impeached?
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Democrats will decide whether to move forward with impeachment charges against the governor. They’ve been building their own report to determine whether that’s the right move.
Probe Into Alleged Sexual Harassment By New York’s Governor Could Be Near Its End
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Cuomo denies the charges, and when he was first accused in late winter apologized if his actions had been misinterpreted.
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Report: Cuomo To Be Questioned Saturday On Sexual Harassment Claims
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“I can’t tell you how eager I am to tell my side of the story and the time will come.”
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Anti-Harassment Groups Call Out New York’s General Assembly
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“The Senate passing it is fantastic. That the assembly hasn’t passed it is mystifying, unless you look at it as part of a pattern.”
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State Senate Approves Anti Sexual Harassment Measures
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“Today we are going to be righting that wrong,” Gounardes said. “To put a stop to the license to harass that elected officials and judges have exercised in New York for far too long.”
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Attorney General Rejects Cuomo’s Political Claims, Defends Probe Into His Book Deal
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“This is Albany politics at its worst — both the Comptroller and the Attorney General have spoken to people about running for Governor and it is unethical to wield criminal referral authority to further political self-interest.”
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Cuomo: Making Someone Uncomfortable ‘Is Not Harassment’
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Governor Cuomo said flat-out at several public appearances that he did nothing “wrong,” and rebuffing claims that his actions violated the state’s laws on sexual harassment.
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Governor’s Views Of Attorney General Probe Grow Negative
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In recent weeks, when the governor is asked by reporters about the probe, his answers often include a reference to the attorney general’s possible political motivations.
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Cuomo Says His “Time Will Come” And He’ll Tell His Side Of The Sexual Harassment Story
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“The complainants have continued to go to the press and make their complaints in the press, and I have not been able to respond. That’s not fair and that’s not right.”
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Embattled Cuomo Pursues Strategy For Survival
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The restrictions on the media began shortly after several current and former female aides accused the governor of sexual harassment, and in one case, sexual assault.
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Cuomo, In Rare Direct Encounter With Media, Denies Allegations
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“To put it very simply, no,” Cuomo said.
Poll: New Yorkers On The Fence About Cuomo
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60% approve the Democrat’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic and about half (51%) do not believe Cuomo should resign.
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Cuomo accuser Boylan, other survivors back bill to take alleged abusers to court
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“Nobody should have to experience the retaliation that I’ve faced in the last few months.”
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Assembly Impeachment Probe Into Cuomo Will Take ‘Months, Rather Than Weeks,’ Judiciary Chair Says
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The New York Attorney General’s Office is conducting its own, simultaneous investigation into the sexual harassment claim leveled against Cuomo in recent weeks.
Assembly Opens Impeachment Inquiry Against Cuomo
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“We’ll consider the use of subpoenas to ensure the documents are produced and there isn’t any obstruction or any destruction of documents.”
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Assembly’s Choice Of Impeachment Firm Faces Criticism
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Questions are being raised about the State Assembly’s choice of a law firm to help an impeachment investigation of Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
New York Assembly Hires Top Law Firm For Cuomo Investigation
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The attorneys tapped to handle the investigation include a former federal prosecutor who helped investigate foreign meddling in the 2016 election.
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Senate Leader Still Says Cuomo Should Resign, But Also Says Budget Talks Should Continue
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“I’ve made my opinions clear, I think the governor should resign but I also understand that it is important that we do our job and that will always be my focus.”
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Poll: Half Of New Yorkers Say Governor Cuomo Should Stay On The Job, For Now.
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“The voters are not necessarily, at the moment, following the lead of the elected officials.”
New York’s ‘Vaccine Czar’ Called County Officials To Assess Their Loyalty To Cuomo
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Larry Schwartz, a longtime aide to New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, called local officials in New York to gauge their loyalty to the governor. Some local officials viewed it as a threat to cut off vaccine.
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Defiant Cuomo Says He’s A Victim Of Cancel Culture
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“People know the difference between playing politics, bowing to cancel culture, and the truth. I’m not going to resign.”
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Could Cuomo Step Down Temporarily Without Being Impeached? Maybe Not
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“I believe it is in the best interest of our State if Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul serves as Acting Governor until the Attorney General’s investigations or any other potential inquiries reach a conclusion.”
As Calls For Resignation Grow, Allegations Against Cuomo Referred To Police
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Republicans, who are in the minority in the legislature, said if the governor won’t resign, impeachment proceedings should begin.
Cuomo Aide Says Governor Groped Her In Executive Mansion
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After Gov. Andrew Cuomo denied touching women inappropriately, “the female aide became emotional” as she and other staff watched his remarks, according to the Times Union newspaper in Albany.
Sixth Woman Accuses Cuomo Of Misconduct
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“I never made any inappropriate advances. As I said last week, no one ever told me at the time that I made them feel uncomfortable.”
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Despite Allegations, Cuomo Says Fourth Term Still On The Table
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A majority of Democrats in the state Legislature either haven’t taken a public position on whether Cuomo should resign, or have said they want to wait for the results of the attorney general’s investigation.
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As Calls Grow For Impeachment, Cuomo Conducts Business As Usual
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Cuomo’s plan would add a new, higher income tax bracket for New Yorkers making over $5 million a year. The wealthy would have the option of prepaying their taxes for the next two years at the 2020 rates.
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Who Are The Attorneys Leading The Sexual Harassment Probe Against Cuomo?
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“There is no question that they both have the knowledge and background necessary to lead this investigation and provide New Yorkers with the answers they deserve.”
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Republicans To Introduce Impeachment Resolution Aimed at Cuomo
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“We won’t be able to force a vote, but we’re going to keep pounding on this issue. If they really believe in resignation, why not start the impeachment process?”
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Senate Leader Says Cuomo Must Resign, Gov Says ‘No Way’
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“No, there is no way I resign,” said Cuomo, who added that he deserves “due process” while the AG’s probe continues.
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Governor Cuomo Apologizes But “I’m Not Going To Resign”
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“It was unintentional and I truly and deeply apologize for it. I feel awful about it, and frankly I am embarrassed by it.”
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For Abuse Victims, Going Public Isn’t Easy
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“It takes a lot of courage, a lot of guts, oftentimes therapy, and counseling and support around the individual to come forward.”
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3rd Woman Accuses Cuomo Of Offensive Behavior
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“The pattern of sexual harassment and predatory behavior by Governor Cuomo is unacceptable, and I believe the women coming forward.”
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Attorney General Receives Referral to Begin Cuomo Harassment Probe
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One day after Cuomo offered his response to the charges, many elected officials, both Democrats and Republicans, said they don’t buy it
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In Year One Of COVID, Governor Cuomo’s Political Fortunes Rise, Fall
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After one year of pandemic, over 38,000 New Yorkers have died of the virus so far and more than one and a half million were sickened.
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Governor Claims He’s ‘Playful,’ But ‘Never Inappropriately Touched Anybody’
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“I never inappropriately touched anybody and I never propositioned anybody and I never intended to make anyone feel uncomfortable, but these are allegations that New Yorkers deserve answers to.”
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White House, Members Of Congress Call For Probe Into Sexual Harassment Claims Against Cuomo
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The White House Press Secretary said President Biden has been briefed on the claims and supports an immediate investigation.
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Cuomo Gives New York Attorney General Subpoena Powers After 2nd Woman Comes Forward
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Cuomo, who is already under fire for withholding data that showed twice as many nursing home residents died of COVID-19 than was previously disclosed, denies both allegations.
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Cuomo Aides Combat Scandal On Two Fronts
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo and his staff were in damage control mode Thursday as they faced two scandals
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Cuomo’s Office Denies Sexual Harassment Charges
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“It’s not true. Look, I fought for and I believe a woman has the right to come forward and express her opening and express issues and concerns that she has. But it’s just not true.”
‘I Could Not Allow That To Stand’: Ocasio-Cortez Rebukes Republican For Vulgar Insult
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., addressed a public confrontation she had with Rep. Ted Yoho, R-Fla., earlier this week. She said her family “did not raise me to accept abuse from men.”
The New York Trial Of Harvey Weinstein: A Brief Timeline Of How We Got Here
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For years, dark rumors swirled around the movie producer. So how did those whispered allegations result in a full-fledged criminal trial? Here’s an abridged history.
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Cornell Report: Workplace Sexual Harassment Widespread In New York
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“In putting together quid pro quo and hostile work environment, 31 percent of women and 18.9 percent of men experience it, and that translates into 3.9 million people.”
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PA, Again, Call For Leach To Resign. He Doesn’t Plan To.
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The caucus has released a final report about sexual misconduct allegations against Leach. It found “unprofessional” behavior, but no sexual harassment.
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Fellow Dems Challenging Leach Promise Similar Policies, But A Change In Culture
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Democrat Daylin Leach lost support from his own caucus, the Pennsylvania Democratic Party, and the Democratic committees in the counties he represents after being accused of inappropriate conduct with female staffers.
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New Oversight In Place After PA GOP Chair Resigns
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A spokesman for newly elected Lawrence Tabas said a compliance officer will be tasked with enforcing the party’s legal and ethical rules.
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New Sexual Harassment Standards Surprise Many New York Employers
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New York’s standards for making harassment claims now surpass those required at the federal level and in many states. The new law says only claims that are “trivial or petty” would not be considered viable.
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Amid Internal Harassment Discussions, PA Lawmakers Push Reforms
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The effort comes on the heels of the Senate’s call for Montgomery County Democrat Daylin Leach to resign, in the wake of a provisional report about his treatment of staff.
Cornell Title IX Coordinator Says University Process For Handling Sexual Assaults Gives Due Process
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For several years, Cornell University has had more Title IX investigations opened with the Office of Civil Rights in the U.S. Department of Education than any other college or university. WSKG’s Celia Clarke recently spoke by phone with the Title IX Coordinator at Cornell, Chantelle Cleary about how the Office handles complaints on campus.
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PA Treasurer Calls On Embattled Democratic Senator To Resign
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Treasurer Joe Torsella said fellow Democrat Senator Daylin Leach has shown a troubling pattern of “lashing out” against people who have accused him of sexual misconduct.
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Gillibrand, Grassley Call For More Transparency About College Sexual Assault
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New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Senator Charles Grassley of Iowa have re-introduced a bill that would change the way colleges and universities handle sexual assaults that occur on their campuses.
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State Ethics Panel Criticized At Hearing On Sexual Harassment
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A recent legislative hearing on sexual harassment in state government focused in part on the role of the state’s ethics commission in investigating charges of alleged abuse.
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New York Lawmakers Take On Sexual Harassment In Public Hearing
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During the first hearing on sexual harassment in New York’s government in 27 years, state lawmakers closely scrutinized Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s policies on the issue, as victims told harrowing stories about their experiences.
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New York Senate Holds Hearing Into Sexual Harassment Wednesday
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One of the first things Senate Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins did when she took over the chamber in January was to announce hearings on the state’s anti sexual harassment policies.
New Charges Filed In New York Against Harvey Weinstein
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The disgraced movie mogul is already facing first-degree rape and other charges in New York. Now, Weinstein is facing new accusations that he assaulted a woman in 2006.
Federal Officials Warn Of Increased Sexual Assaults On Passenger Flights
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BUFFALO, NY (WBFO) – Federal officials are launching an awareness campaign about sexual assaults happening aboard passenger flights.
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Report That Clears Governor’s Aide Of Sexual Harassment Leaves Unanswered Questions
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ALBANY, NY (WSKG) – A report from the state ethics commission clears Governor Cuomo’s former high level economic development official Sam Hoyt of sexual harassment charges, but the report leaves many unanswered questions.
In New York, Harvey Weinstein Pleads Not Guilty To Rape Charges
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The former movie producer made his first court appearance Tuesday since his arrest late last month.
Kesha Loses Appeal In New York To Break Deals With Dr. Luke
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An appeals court in New York ruled on Tuesday that the singer, who says that the producer raped her and was abusive, cannot dissolve their business partnership through a countersuit.
PA GOP Congressman Resigns After Sexual Harassment Scandal
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The congressman had already said he wasn’t going to run for re-election. Now, he will repay a $39,000 taxpayer-funded settlement. Meehan’s resignation will trigger a special election.
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Amid Allegations, House GOP Proposes Studying Workplace Harassment
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HARRISBURG, PA (WSKG) — State House Republicans are announcing two proposals aimed at curbing workplace harassment. The effort comes after one of their members–Delaware County’s Nick Miccarelli — was accused of harassment by fellow House Republican Tarah Toohil, of Luzerne County. She now has a restraining order against him. A few other lawmakers have also been accused of harassment in recent months. The GOP measures diverge significantly from previous solutions offered up by Democrats.
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Gillibrand Among Women Senators Who Call On Congress To Address Sexual Harassment
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Democratic and Republican women have come together to ask that their chamber take up legislation overhauling how harassment claims are handled on Capitol Hill.
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Calls For Change Mount After Harassment Allegations Against Pennsylvania Lawmakers
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HARRISBURG (WSKG) — On the heels of recent Philadelphia Inquirer and Pittsburgh Post-Gazette stories on alleged sexual harassment by state lawmakers, a number of officials are calling for a change. The latest story concerns 40-year veteran lawmaker Thomas Caltagirone, a Berks County Democrat. The House Democratic caucus paid a quarter million taxpayer dollars to settle a harassment complaint a staffer made against him. A non-disclosure agreement kept the whole thing under wraps. A few weeks before that was reported, fellow House Democrat Leanne Krueger-Braneky, of Delaware County, said a different news story made her realize the settlements were happening and being kept secret.
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New York Assemblyman Sanctioned For Sexual Harassment
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ALBANY (WSKG) – A state Assemblyman has been sanctioned by the Assembly Ethics Committee for allegedly sexually harassing a staff member. Assemblyman Steve McLaughlin denies the charges and has asked for a criminal investigation of the ethics committee itself. The complaint against McLaughlin stems from a June 2016 complaint from a female staffer, who said the Republican from Rensselaer County made lewd comments to her and asked to see nude photos of her. McLaughlin also is accused of releasing the name of the staff member, then lying about it. The initial investigation was conducted in the summer of 2016, where members of the committee, along with an outside law firm hired by the Assembly, interviewed 10 witnesses and looked at texts and emails.