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Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman has gotten the Senate dress code requiring jackets and ties for men repealed after pushing back against criticism of his casual attire.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