Posted on 11/29/2017 5:05:59 PM PST by markomalley
The chief news editor at National Public Radio has left the outlet following allegations of sexual harassment.
NPR Chief News editor David Sweeney is "no longer on staff," Chris Turpin, acting senior vice president of news, said in an email to staff, NPR News reported on Tuesday.
"This is a difficult time for our newsroom and I'm committed to supporting all of you as we move forward," the email said.
According to the network, at least three current and former NPR journalists filed sexual harassment complaints against Sweeney.
A former NPR producer alleged that Sweeney kissed her unexpectedly in 2002 and another NPR journalist alleged he tried to kiss her as the two were talking about her career over drinks.
NPR editor Lauren Hodges who alleged Sweeney gave her unsolicited gifts and attention when he worked as her supervisor said she hopes the outcome of the review "provides a loud, clear message to anyone struggling with harassment."
"And more importantly, to those who think they can get away with it," she said in a statement.
A growing number of people in recent weeks have come forward to allege sexual misconduct against multiple public figures, including several people in the media.
NPR News chief Michael Oreskes resigned earlier this month from the network amid sexual harassment allegations against him.
“NPR Chief News editor David Sweeney is “no longer on staff,”.......
As the swamp boils over, another one bites the dust.
Pervnado in full force!
All the media pervs are being outed.
Not all. No gay ones. Yet.
Salem...mass hysteria
Is she the first girl in a bar that ever was hit upon? And Einstein the Editor seems not to be the brightest bulb in the box either. These brainiacs are the "news gods" that libs slobber over everyday.
Mike Pence should teach a class in common sense C.Y.A.
Kevin Spacey
Do you suppose the Republicans will use “Democrat War Against Women” in the next election? Hell, no
Oh yeah, forgot him already, my bad.
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