RP Roundup
By RP Staff | November 18, 2008
The “Bitch” and the “Ditz”
For those who felt awkward about the way people were more than glad to attack Sarah Palin’s shortcomings, NYMag’s Amanda Fortini offers a keen reading of this year’s campaign. The Bitch and The Ditz aptly sums up how the narratives surrounding Hilary Clinton and Palin amplified sexist beliefs.
The New York Observer’s Joe Conason offers an interesting take on rumors that Hilary Clinton may become the next Secretary of State. Conason suggests that the Clinton family conflicts of interests should take second fiddle to what she (and of course Bill) offer as a statesperson.
If you’re thinking of scalping your inauguration tickets, ABC News’ Political Radar blog reports that Diane Feinstein may send the feds after you. It appears as if there’s move to crack down on prospective ticket hawkers. We’ll see how that plays out now won’t we.
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