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In reply to the discussion: Do you believe Leann Tweeden? [View all]Bucky
(55,334 posts)I do believe the allegations, they seem internally consistent. But it's pretty obvious that word of what she experienced and how she felt about it fell into the ears of some very shady people. They're using it against Franken but he's not falling into their trap
I'm mostly appalled by the slut-shaming and conspiracy jabbering coming from DUers. That's just embarrassing. We look like a big online Alabama when we do that.
I stand with Al Franken. Especially when he says women who come forward need to be listened to and believed. I don't make exceptions to my convictions just because I politically support a politician who has been accused.
But mostly I stand with him for the professional and humble way he's handled these allegations. We should let the process work, let him take the slap-on-the-wrist that he deserves, and most importantly, start holding all Senators to the same high standards that he is being subjected to.
I guarantee you Democrats will come out better in the long run for that