Roger Goodell and Dan Snyder: A Questionable Claim of Accountability

The recent Wilkinson investigation into the Washington Football Team's alleged sexual harassment and misconduct has raised several questions about accountability within the organization. Despite findings of improper conduct, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell claims that team owner Dan Snyder has already been held accountable for his actions. However, many argue that this claim is questionable at best.

The investigation, led by attorney Beth Wilkinson, was conducted in 2020 and resulted in a fine of $10 million against the Washington Football Team, with Snyder stepping away from day-to-day operations for several months. Despite these consequences, many believe that the punishment does not fit the crime, particularly given the team's history of exploiting its cheerleaders through sexualization.

Moreover, while Goodell claims that Snyder has been held accountable, there is no evidence to suggest that he or his organization have faced any significant penalties for their actions. In fact, despite a petition signed by 20 former WFT employees calling for the full results of the league investigation to be released, no punishment has been levied against Snyder or his team.

The lack of transparency and accountability in this case is particularly troubling given the NFL's own claims of taking misconduct seriously. The league's failure to penalize the Washington Football Team for its actions raises serious questions about its commitment to addressing these issues.

Ultimately, Goodell's claim that Snyder has been held accountable rings hollow in light of the team's continued lack of transparency and accountability. As such, it is clear that someone outside of the league must take up this story and pursue it with the teeth it deserves.

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