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effusive affection
Coverage of effusive affection in the Nexus archive.
- GOP lawmaker's gifts, 'effusive affection' toward young staffers detailed in explosive ethics report
A House GOP lawmaker is accused of sexually harassing two young female staffers in his office, including providing lavish gifts, making comments about their appearance, and arranging personal events, leading the House Ethics Committee to recommend a censure. The report details persistent unprofessional conduct, with the lawmaker denying intent to make sexual advances but acknowledging staff discomfort.