12 dozen lawmakers accused in 8 years. Women in the statehouse weigh#MeToo’s impact

"Since 2017, The Associated Press has cataloged at least 147 state lawmakers across 44 states who have been accused of sexual harassment or sexual misconduct."

"Over a third resigned or were expelled from office and roughly another third faced repercussions, such as losing party or committee leadership positions. A dozen top state executive officials, including governors and attorneys general, also faced sexual misconduct allegations during that time, and most resigned."

March 2025
https://wgno.com/news/ap-women-hold-more-statehouse-seats-than-ever-after-metoo-do-they-feel-any-safer/