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GOP Vermont State Senator Sam Douglass Resigns Over Hate-Filled Group Chat (www.commondreams.org)

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[–] nulluser@lemmy.world 1 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago)

So, not resigning because he did some reflection and introspection and realized that someone like him has no business in a leadership role...

Douglass, a Republican, said in a statement Friday: “I must resign. I know that this decision will upset many, and delight others, but in this political climate I must keep my family safe.”

but because [insert vague accusation of threats]

“If my governor asks me to do something, I will act, because I believe in what he’s trying to do,” the 27-year-old freshman lawmaker added, referring to Republican Vermont Gov. Phil Scott’s call for him to step down.

but really because he was told to by someone more mature that probably wished he didn't need to be told to do the only obvious thing.