Calls mount on social media for Rep. Duane Hall to resign following allegations of sexual harassment

State Rep. Duane Hall is under increasing pressure from members of his own party to step down in the aftermath of an NC Policy Watch story  that detailed five sources who described “persistent sexual innuendo from the three-term legislator and, in some cases, repeated, unwanted sexual overtures.”

Hall has denied the allegations.

Here’s what some of his colleagues and other political observers are saying in response on Twitter and Facebook:

Today, I formally add my name in support of my colleagues requesting Rep. Duane Hall to resign. Sexual Harassment has no place in the work force.
I look to a future where all individuals are valued and respected in the work place.

— Carla Cunningham (@CunninghamNCRep) March 8, 2018

I would like my voice added to those of my colleagues in the NC House asking Rep. Duane Hall to resign his seat. Hiring a Public Relations firm is not the answer. We can no longer tolerate the "Boys Will Be Boys" attitude anywhere in our public life.

— Rep. John Ager (@RepJohnAger) March 5, 2018

https://twitter.com/JeffJacksonNC/status/970475027987685376
https://twitter.com/SusanFisher114/status/970015149980635143

Behavior that makes women feel assaulted, abused, or harassed, is never acceptable. This does not reflect our party's values. I stand with the majority of Democrats in saying there is no tolerance for Rep. Hall's behavior.@DuaneHallNC must resign. #ncpol

— Pricey Harrison (@priceyharrison) March 2, 2018

4 / My hope is that Rep. Hall will step down and use his time away from the General Assembly to self-reflect upon his actions, esp. from these women's perspectives, and learn from his inappropriate behavior.

— Sen. Jay Chaudhuri (@jay_chaudhuri) March 2, 2018

https://twitter.com/TerryVanDuynNC/status/969581485870211073

In light of the mounting allegations, I now agree that @DuaneHallNC should withdraw from the #NCGA.

— Deb Butler (@DebButlerHD18) March 3, 2018

I am deeply troubled and saddened about the reported harassing behaviors by my colleague Duane Hall. I call on him to resign because elected officials, regardless of political party, must be held to the highest standards, worthy of the public's trust.

— Rep. Cynthia Ball (@CynthiaforNC) March 1, 2018

Sexual harassment cannot be tolerated. I join Wayne Goodwin and Darren Jackson in calling for the resignation of Rep. Duane Hall. Public officials must be held to the highest standards of integrity in all circumstances. I believe Jessie White and the other accusers.

— Sen. Graig Meyer (@GraigMeyer) February 28, 2018

I urge Rep. Duane Hall to resign after reading the accounts of his alleged sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is a serious issue. Whether the offender is a Democrat or Republican, they need to be held accountable.

— Rep. Bobbie Richardson (@bobbie4nc) March 1, 2018

I was disappointed to learn of the alleged sexual behavior of Rep. Duane Hall. Such behavior is unacceptable and should not be tolerated under any circumstance. If these allegations are true than he should consider resigning.

— Rep. Rosa Gill (@Rep_Rosa_Gill) March 1, 2018

The allegations against @DuaneHallNC are troubling. There is no place for this conduct in the House. He must resign his seat. #ncpol

— Grier Martin (@GrierMartin) February 28, 2018

The behavior @DuaneHallNC has been accused of cannot be tolerated and I encourage him to step down and address the accusations honestly and without hesitation. #NCGA #ncpol

— Brian Turner (@BrianTurnerNC) February 28, 2018

The kind of behavior described here is flat-out wrong. Regardless of party, we can’t accept our elected officials treating women this way. Speaking from personal experience, we should support victims, including Jessie. @DuaneHallNC should step aside. #ncpol #ncga https://t.co/kvk34h4uv8

— Chaz Beasley (@ChazBeasley) February 28, 2018

We look forward to @DuaneHallNC's swift resignation. #ncpol #ncga pic.twitter.com/lycUOYGp7s

— Young Democrats of NC (@ydnc) February 28, 2018

We are deeply troubled to learn about the allegations against Rep. Duane Hall and call on him to resign. This type of behavior is unacceptable regardless of political affiliation and will not be tolerated.

— Wake County Democratic Party (@wakedems) February 28, 2018

The sexual misconduct allegations against @DuaneHallNC are awful. This kind of behavior is unacceptable for anyone. I used to be Duane’s constituent and know he has been a great advocate for progressive policies, but he should resign immediately. #ncpol

— Wes Tripp (@westripp3) February 28, 2018

.@NC_Governor Roy Cooper joins those calling on @DuaneHallNC to step down. In a statement Cooper said: "These allegations are disturbing, and I believe he should resign. We must create a culture where harassment of any kind is unacceptable." #ncpol #ncga

— Jeff Tiberii (@j_tibs) February 28, 2018

It's time for Rep Duane Hall to resign and attone for his behavior. Full stop. Public leaders need to be held to a higher standard and survivors have to be believed. I join @WayneGoodwinNC @DarrenJNC @RoyCooperNC @GraigMeyer #ncpol

— Matt Hughes ?????? (@matthughesnc) March 1, 2018

In light of recent allegations of inappropriate sexual behavior and harassment, as a member of the Democratic National Committee, I also urge Representative Duane Hall resign from his position effective immediately.

— John Verdejo ?? (@JohnVerdejo) March 1, 2018

Updated: @NC_Governor calls on @DuaneHallNC to resign.

@WakeCountyGOP calls on Democrats to return "every penny" from Hall.@TerenceEveritt cancels event with Hall #ncpol #ncgahttps://t.co/gOCg83VhIP

— Andy Specht (@AndySpecht) February 28, 2018

Statement on allegations surrounding Rep. Duane Hall pic.twitter.com/eFzP1L2AWW

— Terence J. Everitt (@TerenceEveritt) February 28, 2018

https://twitter.com/raymackformeck/status/968933872196079617

Read Billy Ball’s story: “Top Democrats call on Rep. Duane Hall to resign amid sexual misconduct allegations”