Article snippet: MORE on Wednesday pledged to be more mindful of women’s personal space as he sought to stem a growing political crisis around his presidential campaign-in-waiting. In a two-minute video, the former vice president responded to allegations from four women who said he made them uncomfortable by touching them inappropriately at public events. Biden did not directly apologize to his accusers in the video, but he acknowledged that times have changed and that he would adjust his behavior. “Social norms have begun to change, they’ve shifted, and the boundaries of protecting personal space have been reset, and I get it,” Biden said in the video. “I hear what they’re saying. I understand it. I’ll be much more mindful. That’s my responsibility, and I’ll meet it.” Still, Biden defended his actions as innocent, saying his displays of public affection are how he connects with people. He said he acted the same with men and women. “I’ve found that scores, if not hundreds of people, have come up to me and reached out for solace or comfort, something, anything that might help them get through the tragedy they’re going through, and so it’s just who I am,” Biden said. “And I’ve never thought of politics as cold or antiseptic, I’ve always thought about it as connecting with people, shaking hands, a hand on the shoulder, a hug or encouragement.” Four women have come forward over the past week to say that the former vice president’s public touching made them deeply uncomfortable. One o... Link to the full article to read more