NOW Criticizes Letterman, CBS

Women’s group says comic promoted “toxic environment” at “Late Show.”

The National Organization for Women is criticizing David Letterman for creating "a toxic environment" on CBS’ "The Late Show With David Letterman." 

In the wake of an attempt to blackmail him for $2 million, Letterman admitted to having had sex with female "Late Show" staffers.

NOW called on CBS " to take action immediately to rectify" the toxic situation at "Late Show," but added, "With just two women on CBS’ board of directors, we’re not holding our breath."

In a statement, NOW said, "Recent developments in the David Letterman extortion controversy have raised serious issues about the abuse of power leading to an inappropriate, if not hostile, workplace environment for women and employees.

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