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It has been two years since the start of the #MeToo movement, with many powerful men accused of sexual misconduct. Some are now attempting comebacks, raising questions about rehabilitation, redemption and reentry. Matt Chinworth for NPR hide caption

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Is Redemption Possible In The Aftermath Of #MeToo?

Some of the powerful men accused of sexual misconduct in the early days of the #MeToo movement are now attempting comebacks, which raises questions about rehabilitation, redemption and reentry.

For several days this week, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo dodged questions about the whistleblower's complaint before finally admitting he had actually been on the call at the center of the complaint. Joe Raedle/Getty Images hide caption

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Opinion: Did Secretary Pompeo Forget His West Point Pledge?

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It has been two years since the start of the #MeToo movement, with many powerful men accused of sexual misconduct. Some are now attempting comebacks, raising questions about rehabilitation, redemption and reentry. Matt Chinworth for NPR hide caption

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Is Redemption Possible In The Aftermath Of #MeToo?

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