Matt Chandler's Inappropriate Online Relationship

After acknowledging an inappropriate online relationship, Matt Chandler Steps aside

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He said he is taking a leave of absence.

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Chandler said the connection was "unguarded and imprudent," despite the fact that it was neither romantic nor sexual.

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" I'm not sure if it's related to the speed at which I run or the hardship of the previous six or seven years, but I concur with (the TVC elders).

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