some of you feel disrespected or uncomfortable. that was never my intent. a disney spokes person says the company is committed to maintaining an environment in which all employees are respected. meantime dozens of women with ties to saturday night live are coming out in support of senator al franken. los angeles radio host tweeden alleged that franken forcibly kissed her without her consent during a uso tour in 2006. 36 women who work with franken on snl say in part, quote, what al did was stupid and foolish and we think it was appropriate for him to apologize to ms. tweeden and to the public and in our experience we know al is a dedicated family man, a wonderful performer and an honorable public servant. holiday shopping kicks off this week, but the shine is already off mall jewelers. why diamond sales are down on cnn s money stream next.
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