Four former and current high-ranking members of the Loudoun County Democratic Committee have come forward to accuse Dan Helmer, a candidate in Virginia’s 10th Congressional District primary, of behavior that led to the party instituting a sexual harassment policy. Avram Fechter, Lissa Savaglio, Alfonso Nevarez, and David Bauer released a statement alleging that Helmer’s inappropriate behavior with a party member was the primary motivation behind implementing the policy. The individuals emphasized that they were speaking as individuals and not on behalf of the organization or any campaign. The draft press release obtained by NOTUS is set to be released on Monday.
The decision to speak out comes as media outlets have been questioning the former and current committee members. Some of these members have endorsed different candidates in the Democratic primary, where there are a total of 12 candidates running. The individuals involved were key contributors to the creation and adoption of the sexual harassment policy within LCDC’s By-Laws.
This revelation could potentially impact Helmer’s run for Congress, as allegations of inappropriate behavior could significantly damage his campaign. The accusations outlined by the former and current committee members could lead to increased scrutiny of Helmer’s candidacy and may impact the dynamics of the Democratic primary. As more details emerge, voters in Virginia’s 10th Congressional District will have to consider the implications of these allegations on the upcoming election.
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