Misogyny and the left
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Misogyny and the left
| Wed, 10-29-2008 - 6:11pm |
This election has been a revelation for me - I never suspected this much latent sexism existed on the left.
This does not mean my outlook shifts right, hardly... but as a feminist, it does open my eyes to the extent of change needed in this country.
Raising the issue is frequently met with hostility and derision by those who openly espouse misogynist viewpoints.
The best way to promote a liberal cause is not by tearing others down. Obama's very message is for this to end, and that he will help facilitate bringing it to an end.
If one is for Obama, then it might be nice to consider that aspect of his message.

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If I had been voting, it wouldn't have been Hillary's gender that would have stopped me....but the Cinton baggage she was carrying around.
((((When we start worrying more about getting a woman elected than getting the right person elected - feminism has failed us all!)))))
Hear, hear!!
It has nothing to do with sexism - a man in the same exact circumstances would have rightfully fallen under the same scrutiny.
OK let's go with "it's sexism"....... Please share when/where Obama/Biden/McCain have been questioned ad nauseum
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