Experts say Esty harassment controversy highlights problems in Congress

HARTFORD -- At the center of calls for Congresswoman Elizabeth Esty’s resignation are claims that she protected a violent staffer.
Anna Kain told the Washington Post that in May of 2016 while she was working for Esty, she reported to the Congresswoman and authorities that she was sexually harassed and punched by Esty’s then-Chief of Staff, Tony Baker.
Kain also claimed Baker left her a voicemail at one point threatening to kill her.
“A conversation that I have had with her ack