Former Sen. Bob Packwood, Embroiled in Sexual Harassment Scandal, Dies at 93

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Bob Packwood, a Republican Senator from Oregon known for his centrist policies and role in the 1986 tax reform, died at 93.
His career was marred by sexual harassment allegations from over two dozen women, leading to his resignation in 1995.

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Bob Packwood's career spanned significant legislative achievements and a dramatic downfall due to sexual harassment allegations.

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Former Sen. Bob Packwood, an Oregon Republican whose career was defined by both significant legislative achievements and a dramatic downfall due to allegations of sexual harassment, has died at 93. [...] His legacy remains complex, defined by both his significant legislative influence as a centrist Republican and the indelible stain of the sexual misconduct allegations that forced his departure from public office.

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