Posted 9/18/2023, 3:29:00 PM

Pennsylvania Senator Relaxes Senate Dress Code, But Inequities Remain for Staff

Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman has gotten the Senate dress code requiring jackets and ties for men repealed after pushing back against criticism of his casual attire.
Fetterman wears hoodies and shorts to boost his "workingman's hero" image, though he comes from a wealthy background.
The dress code repeal only applies to Senators, not their staff, who still have to dress professionally.
Fetterman has ongoing cognitive issues, so his staff likely do more of the actual legislative work.
The dress code repeal allows Senators like Fetterman to dress casually while staff must still dress professionally, highlighting inequities.

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