Staff Reports
Monica Lewinsky has once again stepped into the spotlight, this time offering a candid reflection on her infamous affair with former President Bill Clinton and its aftermath. Speaking on the Call Her Daddy podcast, Lewinsky asserted that Clinton should have resigned in the wake of the scandal, citing the gross power imbalance between them. At just 22 years old and fresh out of college, Lewinsky was thrust into a relationship with one of the most powerful men in the world—a dynamic she now describes as deeply inappropriate, even if consensual. Her remarks come at a time when society’s understanding of power dynamics and accountability has evolved significantly, particularly in the post-#MeToo era.
Lewinsky did not mince words about the fallout from the scandal, accusing Clinton of throwing her “under the bus” to protect his presidency. She described his denials and media strategy as a form of large-scale gaslighting that left her reputation in tatters while he retained his political power. As Clinton weathered impeachment proceedings and completed his term, Lewinsky faced public humiliation, career derailment, and years of trauma. Her reflections highlight how society at the time failed to hold powerful men accountable while vilifying young women caught in their orbit.
For conservatives, Lewinsky’s comments serve as a reminder of the hypocrisy surrounding Clinton’s presidency. While Democrats have championed progressive causes like #MeToo in recent years, many of these same voices were complicit in downplaying or excusing Clinton’s behavior during the 1990s. The media’s treatment of Lewinsky—mocking her as a “bimbo” while shielding Clinton from greater scrutiny—underscores how deeply entrenched double standards were (and arguably still are) when it comes to holding liberal elites accountable for their actions.
Lewinsky also touched on broader cultural issues stemming from the scandal, noting how her generation of women bore witness to her public shaming and internalized damaging messages about sexuality and power. She expressed hope that today’s cultural shifts might create a more just environment for young women in similar positions. However, she remains critical of how Clinton has continued to evade full accountability for his actions, even as he publicly supports movements like #MeToo. His refusal to apologize directly to Lewinsky or fully acknowledge his abuse of power leaves lingering questions about his legacy.
As Lewinsky reclaims her narrative and advocates for change, her story serves as a cautionary tale about unchecked power and societal complicity. For conservatives, it is also an opportunity to highlight the selective outrage often displayed by progressives who claim to champion women’s rights while excusing misconduct within their own ranks. The Clinton-Lewinsky saga may be decades old, but its lessons about accountability and integrity remain as relevant as ever.
