Remember the “creepy handsy kissy Joe” problem, which began to be a thing about two years ago? The recent accusations of overly intimate flirtation and touching on the part of Gov. Andrew Cuomo sound vaguely similar, perhaps with a the dial turned up a bit. Or not. What do I know?

The descriptions and complaints make Cuomo sound (emphasis on the “s” word) like many male politicians of a certain age, like alpha lions who like to subtly (or not so subtly) sniff, sample and paw their way through a room.

I’m wondering if Cuomo drinks. If so that could be a factor. Guys who’ve had a couple tend to be less restrained, more impulsive.

Either way it appears as if Cuomo is about to be Al Franken-ed. With every new accuser the pressure intensifies all the more. We know how this goes.

>> @ChrisCuomo at the top of @CuomoPrimeTime tonight: “Obviously I am aware of what is going on with my brother. And obviously I cannot cover it because he is my brother. Now, of course CNN has to cover it. They have covered it extensively and they will continue to do so.” pic.twitter.com/G49mZYTG4D

— Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) March 2, 2021