Wed Feb 26 11:10:00 UTC 2025: **Lewinsky Says Clinton Should Have Resigned Over Affair**
NEW YORK (CNN) – Monica Lewinsky, in a recent interview on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast, reiterated her belief that former President Bill Clinton should have resigned following his affair with her. Lewinsky, who was a White House intern at the time of the scandal over 25 years ago, stated that the appropriate response would have been either a private admission and resignation, or remaining in office without resorting to lies and publicly blaming her.
Lewinsky expressed concern about the broader impact of the scandal, highlighting the significant “collateral damage” suffered by women of her generation who witnessed a young woman being publicly vilified for her actions and sexuality. She emphasized the power imbalance inherent in the relationship, reiterating her previous statements regarding the inappropriateness of Clinton’s conduct given their age difference and his position of power.
This latest statement builds upon Lewinsky’s past reflections on the affair and the subsequent media coverage, where she has consistently highlighted the misogynistic treatment she endured. While former President Clinton has previously expressed regret for the impact on Lewinsky’s life and disagreed with calls for his resignation, CNN has reached out for further comment. The interview appeared as part of a wider discussion promoting Lewinsky’s own podcast, “Reclaiming.”
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