ESPN Accused Of Allowing 'Culture Of Sexism' Against Women

ESPN, the Connecticut-based "Worldwide Leader in Sports," is facing some serious questions from a former anchor who reportedly filed a complaint alleging the network allowed a "culture of sexism and hostile treatment of women."

The Boston Globe writes that over the summer, former anchor Adrienne Lawrence filed the complaint with the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, stressing that she was subjected to unwanted sexual advances and other objectionable behavior from colleagues. Lawrence told the publication that she intends to file a federal case against the network.

Following the posting of the Boston Globe piece, ESPN released some text messages between Lawrence and anchor John Buccigross, who she accused of inappropriate behavior, reports The Hill. ESPN, which said in a statement that it will "vigorously defend its position" against the allegations, says the texts showed that the two had a personal friendship.

Separate from the Lawrence case, ESPN has launched an investigation into possible inappropriate behavior by employees at the company. It recently suspended Donovan McNabb and Eric Davis, former NFL players, while it looks into charges related to them and others during their time at the NFL Network.

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