Category Archives: Women in Politics

WOMEN – 50% OF THE POPULATION AND ONLY 11% OF THE SUPREME COURT

Finally, after the Bush farce of selecting Harriet Miers in 2005 as his appointment to the U.S. Supreme Court to replace Sandra Day O’Conner, we now get the chance to have a woman once again claim a rightful seat to … Continue reading

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PELOSI – WEAKNESS SHOWS IN CIA WATERBOARDING CONTROVERSY

Despite the fact that I was proud to see the first woman chosen as the Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi has proven to be a bitter disappointment.  In almost every political news show I have watched where she has … Continue reading

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SECRETARY OF STATE CLINTON FACES TYPICAL DOUBLE STANDARD IN SOUTH KOREA QUESTIONS

Deciding that matters of state are less important than Hillary Clinton’s views on love, the South Korean press corps perpetuated the alive-and-well attitude that women just don’t deserve the same respect as men when it comes to their roles in … Continue reading

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SOUDER TO THIRD DISTRICT WOMEN: NO EQUAL PAY FOR YOU, BABY!

With the presidential election providing the major entertainment for the past number of months, reporting of many pieces of legislation has been lost in the shuffle. One of those bills is aimed at closing the wage gap that still exists … Continue reading

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NEW POLL SHOWS CLOSE GOVERNOR’S RACE

In an exclusive Indianapolis Star-Channel 13 poll, Governor Mitch Daniels seems to have a race on his hands. According to the poll, 46 percent back Mitch Daniels re-election effort, and 42 percent support Democrat Jill Long Thomspon. The governor’s campaign … Continue reading

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WHERE DID PALIN GET HER GLASSES? WHO CARES?

In the latest round of nonsensical twaddle in this year’s presidential election, voters are more focused on Sarah Palin’s glasses than on answers to real issues. One headline shouts, “Sarah Palin’s Much-in-demand Glasses Bring Sexy Back.” Wow, way to demean … Continue reading

Posted in Democrats, Elections, Government, Hillary Clinton, Politics, Republican Party, Women in Politics | Tagged , , , , | 20 Comments

DANIELS’ HYPOCRISY – OUT-OF-STATE CONTRIBUTIONS ROLL IN

After disclosure of campaign funds in the quarterly report, the Daniels’ camp began screeching about Jill Long Thompson’s contributions from out of state. JLT received substantial contributions from out-of-state donors, and the Daniels’ people would have you believe that Daniels’ … Continue reading

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GOT MONEY? LONG THOMPSON GETS THE CASH

In a strong showing of financial support, Jill Long Thompson raised $1.6 million in the second quarter of 2008. That figure darn near matches Daniels’ $1.8 million. Could it be that the powers that be in the Daniels’ camp have … Continue reading

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OPEN GOVERNMENT – MY FOOT!

Last night I sat through 65 minutes of one of the most embarrassing and disgusting displays of stonewalling I have ever seen. First let me say – for those who don’t know – I am Maria Parra’s campaign manager. When … Continue reading

Posted in Allen County Government, Fort Wayne, Politics, Uncategorized, Women in Politics | 11 Comments

LONG THOMPSON PICKS A RUNNING MATE

Jill Long Thompson will spend today and tomorrow traveling the state to introduce her pick for Lieutenant Governor. JLT has chosen Dennie Oxley of English in southern Indiana to balance the ticket, both geographically and philosophically. Oxley is a state … Continue reading

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