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San Diego Mayor Resigns over Sexual Harassment Claims

HeadlineAug 26, 2013

San Diego Mayor Bob Filner has resigned after weeks of controversy over his alleged sexual harassment of women. Eighteen women have publicly accused Filner of unwanted sexual behavior ranging from verbal remarks to groping. Filner announced his departure in a speech to the City Council.

Bob Filner: “For my own part in causing all this, I offer deep apology, certainly to all the citizens of San Diego and through you to the citizens that you represent. The city should not have been put through this, and my own personal failures were responsible, and I apologize to the city.”

Filner reportedly agreed to step down after the City Council agree to help cover his legal fees and settlement costs.

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