However, in simply allowing for a list of names and settlement amounts, which Stewart does, he fails to address the pervasive nature of harassment in our institutions.
Stewart’s record is lacking in both government transparency and legislation that supports women. Further, he has not been a public advocate for those victimized by sexual harassment, assault or misconduct, as was plainly evidenced by his vote in 2013 not to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act.
In 2016, 40 pieces of legislation were introduced in the House related to government transparency. Stewart did not sponsor or co-sponsor a single one of those bills.