Woman in Cuomo’s kissing photo slideshow says she was ‘revictimized’ by pic

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A woman on Tuesday will claim that she felt “revictimized” when New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo used a photo of him kissing her as part of his defense against allegations of sexual harassment.

The woman, who wasn’t immediately named, is expected to come forward at a 2:30 p.m. press conference with high-profile women’s rights attorney Gloria Allred.

Her photo was apparently included in a slideshow of images showing the governor touching or kissing the faces of men, women and children at public events through the years.

The montage was shown last week, as Cuomo maintained that he “never touched anyone inappropriately” following the release of state Attorney General Letitia James’ scathing report concluding he sexually harassed 11 women in violation of state and federal law.

Cuomo openly acknowledged touching and kissing people’s faces on a regular basis, but said that it was an innocent gesture aimed at men as well as women.

“I’ve been making the same gesture in public all my life. I actually learned it from my mother and from my father,” he said, referring to the late three-term Gov. Mario Cuomo. “It is meant to convey warmth, nothing more.”

Facing possible impeachment, the governor announced his resignation on Tuesday, effective in 14 days.

“I think that given the circumstances, the best way I can help now is if I step aside,” Cuomo said from his Manhattan office.

Under state law, Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul will assume the role of governor, becoming the first woman to lead the Empire State.

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