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Illinois House Approves Sexual-Harassment Resolution

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The Illinois House has unanimously approved a resolution urging a commitment to change the culture that breeds sexual harassment. 

The legislation was sparked by an open letter calling for an overhaul in Illinois politics. It's garnered over 300 signatures and followed the #MeToo social media campaign in the wake of high-profile sexual harassment cases. Legislators say the letter is a catalyst. 

State Rep. Sara Feigenholtz is a bill sponsor. She says the campaign has been an "explosive and extraordinary unveiling of truth" that women in politics have been burying inside.

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