Sandhya Dirks

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Metro reporter for KPBS, the NPR-affiliate in San Diego, California

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Thirteen women have now publicly accused San Diego Mayor Bob Filner of sexual harassment and making unwanted advances.

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Thirteen women have now publicly accused San Diego Mayor Bob Filner of sexual harassment and making unwanted advances.

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