In light of the #MeToo and #WeSaidEnough campaigns and all the allegations against prominent figures, sexual harassment is on the forefront of headlines across the nation. Whether it’s a Hollywood executive, an all-star sports figure or eminent politician, the issue of unlawful harassment continues to show its pervasive face across our contemporary world. It’s not just a “women’s” issue, it’s a moral issue. So we ask: Why isn’t there isn’t a stronger public outcry against the blatant sexual harassment of one San Mateo County Harbor District commissioner against another?
We’ve been following this story and we stand with Commissioner Brennan in this difficult time. All of us have stories and times where we had to continue our own jobs or obligations in the face of similar awful situations. What Commissioner Tom Mattusch has admitted to is egregious: We do not think sharing pornographic photos with a colleague is a joke. We do not think any “apology” he has issued is authentic. In fact, we found him downright dismissive.
As there is no dispute about the facts, he himself should have immediately submitted his resignation. Since he still hasn’t, we are calling for him to resign. Enough is enough.
Angelica Ramos
San Jose
The letter writer is the
president of the National Women’s Political Caucus of Silicon Valley.
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Keep the discussion civilized. Absolutely NO personal attacks or insults directed toward writers, nor others who make comments.
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