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riversedge

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Sun Nov 19, 2017, 12:45 PM Nov 2017

Klobuchar to Champion Sexual Assault Bill After Franken Allegations

I am glad she found a sponsor for her bill that she is comfortable with.


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Klobuchar to Champion Sexual Assault Bill After Franken Allegations






Al Franken and Abby Honold at a press conference last month Photo: Twitter photo courtesy of Abby Honold


November 18, 2017 10:31 PM
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Abby Honold, a sexual assault survivor and advocate, announced Saturday that Klobuchar's office would help champion the bill.

"Happy to announce that my legislation for sexual assault victims will be championed by @amyklobuchar's office," Honold's tweet read.
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"Sen. Klobuchar spoke with Abby this morning. They had a good conversation, and Sen. Klobuchar told Abby that she will be sponsoring the bill," Ben Hill, Klobuchar's state director, said.

Last month, Honold stood side-by-side with Franken at a press conference announcing the bill. However, after the allegations came out, Honold said she would like someone else to help champion the bill.

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Klobuchar to Champion Sexual Assault Bill After Franken Allegations (Original Post) riversedge Nov 2017 OP
Makes sense. i'm glad they found a solution that works for everyone. WhiskeyGrinder Nov 2017 #1
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