Minnesota lawmakers, lobbyists describe cautious Capitol in wake of #MeToo

The shift is often subtle: A legislator pauses at the start of an inappropriate joke or before a hug, then thinks better of it.

A year and a half after reports of sexual harassment rocked the Legislature and prompted two resignations, lawmakers and lobbyists describe a changed atmosphere at the State Capitol. People are more cautious and aware of what crosses the line.

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