'Never seen them go after a man': Pelosi blames sexism as lawmakers call for Feinstein’s resignation

13 April 2023

Former House Speaker Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) is pushing back against mounting calls for Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) to resign over her attendance record in Congress due to health complications.

On Wednesday, April 12, Pelosi spoke to reporters where she addressed the calls for Feinstein to step down. According to Pelosi, the political agenda behind the push is unclear, but she also raised the question of whether or not Feinstein's gender has anything to do with the pressure for her resignation.

“It’s interesting to me. I don’t know what political agendas are at work that are going after Sen. Feinstein in that way. I’ve never seen them go after a man who was sick in the Senate in that way,” Pelosi told the group of reporters.

Pelosi's remarks come as multiple lawmakers have expressed interest in Feinstein's resignation. In fact, House lawmakers, Reps. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) and Dean Phillips (D-Minn.) have been very vocal about their stance.

Khanna took to Twitter with his perspective saying, “While she has had a lifetime of public service, it is obvious she can no longer fulfill her duties."

Philips commended Feinstein for her work over the years but also echoed sentiments similar to Khanna's.

“Senator Feinstein is a remarkable American whose contributions to our country are immeasurable," Phillips said. "But I believe it’s now a dereliction of duty to remain in the Senate and a dereliction of duty for those who agree to remain quiet.”

However, Pelosi strongly disagrees and has pushed back in support of Feinstein being allowed to recover and return to work.

“She deserves the respect to get well and be back on duty,” Pelosi said. “When women age or get sick, the men are quick to push them aside. When men age or get sick, they get a promotion."

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