A Politician's Privilege: The Weight of Denial The news cycle has been dominated by allegations of misconduct against public figures, but none have garnered as much attention as Democratic Senate candidate Eric Platner's recent denial.
On Monday, Politico reported allegations of sexual assault against Platner, which he dismissed as "categorically untrue. " This swift denial raises questions about the power dynamics at play in these situations.
In the United States, there is a long history of politicians using their privilege and influence to deflect criticism.