Palin Pays Off Sexual Harasser

Palin Pays Off Sexual Harasser

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A couple days later, Palin states that she did not learn about the reprimand letter until Kopp's press conference. However, Kopp stated that Palin's office knew of this harassment complaint since 2006 when he was named to her transition team, but that this case and the letter of reprimand was not raised with him when he was interviewed for the commissioner position.

On July 25th, Kopp announced his resignation at a press conference with Palin and both indicated that he had been smeared. Kopp stated that while he has been "portrayed in a negative light," his "personal worth was found in the person of Jesus Christ."

Kopp indicated that his resignation was due to the "media firestorm" which interfered with his ability to perform his job. The day before, Palin stated that she was very concerned when she learned that Kopp had been officially reprimanded. But, Palin's concern disappeared at this press conference where she suggested that the unfounded media firestorm had tainted this good man to the point that his resignation was now in the best interest of all concerned: "Is it any wonder that not too many people choose to enter the political and public arena. This has been brutal on a good family" and Kopp must now "protect his family from further stress."

Thus, Palin decided Kopp's resignation was politically expedient because it was now public that he had been reprimanded for sexual harassment. Palin then rewarded Kopp with a $10,000 severance package for his two weeks as commissioner. However, the money does not constitute wages but rather a settlement against future claims against the state related to his two weeks as commissioner.

more at:
http://www.talkingpointsmemo.com/docs/kopp-severance-agreement/
http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2008/9/7/1052/93547/181/589681

:)

this one is new to me.

Damn. Where can I get a job like that?? ;)