Much has been written about the Susan G Komen for the Cure Foundation vs. Planned Parenthood vs. breast cancer screening PR disaster. Was the decision to pull funding from Planned Parenthood a political one in the fight against abortion? Was …
Continue reading...February 5, 2012
Yes, I spend a lot of time reading stories from around the web about politics, ESPECIALLY in this crazy election year! But sometimes a girl’s got to spread out, get a little perspective and check in with other parts …
Continue reading...January 30, 2012
Because you know, a fun family movie that makes fun of a mean guy is ALL about liberal indoctrination of children! Maniacal laugh. MANIACAL LAUGH!…
Continue reading...December 26, 2011
Welcome to the latest installment of BlogHer’s series Why I’m Political. I know lots of people steer clear of the world of politics or anything that makes you think about one more televised candidate debate! But the political means …
Continue reading...December 21, 2011
One of the questions I’ve pondered and written about frequently has been, “Where are the women?” We make up over half the population and make over 80 percent of the spending decisions in households, yet we continue to be seriously …
Continue reading...December 14, 2011
Lists are always a touchy subject, especially in the blogosphere. Who was included? Who wasn’t? Are they really important? Are they a fair representation of “the best?” But it is nice when your peers get together and decide that what …
Continue reading...December 7, 2011
Most political observers agree that President Obama has gotten his populist mojo back, at least in front of the camera, just in time for the 2012 campaign. Recent appearances have proven that the 2008 campaign Obama is out in full …
Continue reading...November 29, 2011
I’ve been trying not to bang my head against the computer over the latest in the ‘Herman Cain Tries to Go to Washington’ saga. My already-brewing migraine has to do with the revelations of his supposed thirteen-year affair, …
Continue reading...November 26, 2011
So much more overwhelming in person than any image can suggest … Image by Joanne Bamberger. All rights reserved.…
Continue reading...November 24, 2011
Welcome to this month’s edition of the Why I’m Political series. Don’t run off! I know the word “politics” can be scary and conjure up images of never-ending presidential debates. But that’s not what this is about. It’s about thoughtful …
Continue reading...November 14, 2011
OK, I know we’re all tired. We’re parents … being tired comes with the territory of night feedings, night terrors and nights waiting up when our kids are old enough to drive. But what I’m really tired about is the …
Continue reading...November 3, 2011
A recent study entitled, “Mom Bloggers Voices and Votes Influence State of Union” comes to the conclusion that women online have a huge impact on politics and social issues. The graphics proclaim “Mom bloggers vote!” “Mom bloggers care!” …
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February 6, 2012
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