CA Assemblyman Raul Bocanegra faces sexual harassment allegations

Nov. 21, 2017

Six women told the LA Times that Bocanegra did things like grope them, kiss them, and ask for dates repeatedly. Bocanegra, a 46-year-old Democrat who represents the northeast San Fernando Valley, announced he will resign on September 1, 2018.

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As sexual harassment in politics investigations widen, California Assemblyman accused by six new women

Credits

Guest:

Melanie Mason - Politico reporter covering California politics - @melmason

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Gina Pollack, Sarah Sweeney, Michell Eloy, Amy Ta, Christian Bordal, Quinn O'Toole

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