Jack Lessenberry was Michigan Radio’s senior political analyst. That is until he resigned this week after being accused of sexual harassment. According to the Michigan Radio website the resignation comes as more and more women accuse Lessenberry of sexual harassment and other questionable behavior.
Deadline Detroit first reported the story and say Lessenberry’s behavior goes back decades. Since the Deadline Detroit article ran, Lessenberry left WSU and resigned as a columnist for the Metro Times.
University of Michigan spokesman Rick Fitzgerald stated: “By mutual agreement, Mr. Lessenberry’s responsibilities as a contracted contributor to Michigan Radio will end immediately. Mr. Lessenberry will officially resign from Michigan Radio effective July 31.”
Lessenberry said, “I am saddened by the events of the last several days and admit to absolutely no wrongdoing whatsoever, but I have decided to resign to pursue new opportunities and avoid distracting listeners from the fine work of Michigan Radio.”
