04/14/2026
I grew up around creepy and perverted men and took pride in my ability to spot one from afar.
And yet, in my many times of crossing paths with Rep. John Waldron, he did not alarm any bells. He was the kind and approachable representative who went around shaking hands with everyone in the room. He was the former public school teacher who believed and fought for his constituents.
Does this mean my intuition is off? No.
Does this mean the victim is wrong? No.
It means what women and survivors have known all along: indecent men come in all shapes and sizes. They are our friends, family, our pastors and trusted leaders.
And in many cases like this one, protected by the system.
Believe women.
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