Tuesday, November 28, 2017

Franken and Moore and fairness

Both of the above named men have been accused of sexual harassment by credible victims.  They have dealt with the charges in diametrically opposite ways, and the response of their constituencies is instructive.   While most of Franken's supporters, myself included, were shocked by the stories, we could console ourselves that at least he made a heartfelt apology (with a little prodding) and continues to express his shame and embarrassment.  Even his first accuser did not insist he resign after his apology.  Meanwhile, Roy Moore remains defiant, dismissing his accusers as liars, despite numerous corroborations, ala his role model, the *president.  While he has lost some support in deep red Alabama, Moore is still the odds on favorite to win Jeff Sessions senate seat.  I doubt Franken will run for reelection and wouldn't be surprised to see him lose if he did compete, despite his mea culpas.   While I sympathize with the women who were harassed in both cases, it seems that doing the right thing results in punishment, while doubling down on the crimes gets the perp a free pass.  Democrats must eat their own, while Republicans smirk on their way to election.   I don't know about you, but it seems fairness is phenomenon experienced mostly by liberals.

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