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Noteworthy professional misconduct in American politics (2017-2018)
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This page includes noteworthy individuals in American politics accused of professional misconduct in 2017 to 2018. Individuals accused of sexual harassment or assault are listed separately on this page. Individuals accused of consensual sexual affairs that may be considered improper are listed on this page.
We define professional misconduct as alleged actions that could be considered improper but typically would not result in criminal charges being filed. Inclusion on this page does not necessarily indicate that the accused official or candidate is guilty of or responsible for the alleged misconduct.
If you know of any allegations from 2017 to 2018 that should be included here, please email editor@ballotpedia.org.
State government
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Arkansas
- Justice Dan Kemp
- Justice Robin Wynne
- Justice Courtney Goodson
- Justice Josephine Hart
- Justice Karen Baker
- Justice Rhonda Wood
California
- State Sen. Joel Anderson (R)
Indiana
- State Sen. Susan Glick (R)
Kentucky
- Secretary of State Alison Lundergan Grimes (D)
Local government
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Kentucky
- Former Judge-executive Larry Elkins (R)