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Bob Packwood
A former Oregon Senator who resigned amid allegations of decades of sexual misconduct.
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Sep 17, 2024
• 18min
Packwood Sent Packing (1995)
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Bob Packwood, a former Senator from Oregon, resigned in 1995 due to decades of sexual misconduct. The discussion dives into his disturbing behavior and the slow accountability processes of the Senate. Packwood's duality as an advocate for women's rights while engaging in misconduct is scrutinized, alongside the cultural shifts following high-profile scandals. The podcast highlights the complexities of consent and the lasting implications of such scandals on political culture, reflecting on how they shape the landscape for women in politics today.
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