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The Obama Campaign’s Misogyny

Only those of us women who supported Hillary throughout the primaries know just how ugly and vicious the attacks were. Now we see the same treatment of Sarah Palin, and we are appalled. This interview sums up many of my feelings very well. I wish I could quote a Democratic woman who was on the air today, but few of them “get it.” Thank god we have women such as Dr. Lynette Long and Lynn Forester de Rothschild who speak out as disaffected Democrats.

I do have one question. Why must I get the video from Fox News? Why is there no “Special Commentary” on this repugnant attack on a vice presidential candidate? Oh, I know the answer, and I do realize that the emphasis must remain on McCain’s “angry” crowds. But I just thought I would ask anyway. Now, the interview:

In a little while, you’re in for a treat. We’re posting a story by Medusa, who has written a compelling, intellectual analysis of the meaning behind these misogynistic t-shirts.