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Komen Foundation Underestimated the Power of Social Media Women

February 6, 2012

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 …

PunditMom Reads of the Week — 2/5/12 Edition

February 5, 2012

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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 …

Those Crazy, Liberal Muppets!

January 30, 2012

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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!…

Mothers of Intention — Ilina from Dirt and Noise: Involving Your Children in Your Political Passions

December 26, 2011

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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 …

Where Are the Women’s Voices?

December 21, 2011

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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 …

Number 60 with a Bullet?

December 14, 2011

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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 …

President Obama: Populist for a Day?

December 7, 2011

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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 …

Herman Cain’s Sex Life: I Don’t Want to Hear About It

November 29, 2011

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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, …

Martin Luther King Memorial

November 26, 2011

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Mothers of Intention “Why I’m Political” Series — Jaelithe Judy

November 24, 2011

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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 …

Parenting and Politics are Making Me Tired

November 14, 2011

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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 …

New Study Calls “Mom Bloggers” Politically Influential. Isn’t That What I Said?

November 3, 2011

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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!” …