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 In case you missed a few, here is the sexual harassment / sexual assault list of shame recap published by the  Seattle Times  (read article). Many high-profile men in Hollywood, politics, media and business have recently faced allegations ranging from sexual misconduct to rape. A look at some of the men accused: Tom Ashbrook , longtime NPR host   — Accused by 11 mostly young women and men of unwanted hugs, necks and back rubs and “creepy” sex talks. He was put on leave from his show “On Point. Celebrity chef  Mario Batali   — Accused by four women of groping and grabbing employees and others. He apologized, gave up oversight of his restaurant empire and took leave from his ABC cooking show, “The Chew.” Eddie Berganza , group editor of DC Comics   — Accused of forcibly kissing and groping three women. He was fired. Celebrity chef  John Besh   — Accused by 25 women of sexual harassment. He has stepped down from the company he founded.

Don't Do it - Read More. "Women came into the company paid less than men, then they are ranked more harshly and, as a result, got smaller raises and bonuses. I think Nike wants to say that 'Just a couple people were responsible for the problem and we've gotten rid of them.' But we know that's certainly not the case."

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