ASHWAUBENON, WI (WTAQ) – Local residents are reacting to the latest development in the wave of recent sexual assault or misconduct allegations against high-profile men.
NBC News announced Wednesday that it fired ‘Today’ show host Matt Lauer, citing “inappropriate sexual behavior in the workplace.”
One Stadium View customer reacts to the allegations against Lauer.
“I feel sorry for him, but he’s a grown man, and he should know what he’s doing. He’s a married man. He’s got a family. You don’t do that kind of thing.”
She is asked if something can be done to try and prevent sexual misconduct going forward.
“That really isn’t for me to say. It’s (the perpetrator’s) own conscience. It’s their own conscience.”
One Green Bay Distillery patron believes something good can come from all of the developments of recent weeks.
“The women speaking out now and all of the publicity about it and making sure that everyone is sure that they can come forward will be helpful in the future.”
She says she doesn’t immediately believe all allegations 100%.
“I’m just hoping the allegations are true, that people aren’t just coming out for their ten minutes of fame. Women that really have been put through those situations need to be able to come forward.”
Also Wednesday, Minnesota Public Radio fired Garrison Keillor, citing ‘inappropriate behavior.’
