Here's a plea to those of you who are anti-Obama. Please stick to the what matters. That means: Obama's record, his character, how he's taking over the DNC, the unfair seating of delegates, etc.
Let's NOT start acting like children and go on the attack against Barack Obama's middle name or Michelle Obama's appearance. I am sick and tired of people running around yelling Barack HUSSEIN Obama. I don't care what his middle name is. I don't care if he has a Muslim background. When you harp on that, you come off like a racist, xenophobic idiot.
Likewise, go ahead and criticize Michelle Obama's words and actions, but lay off her looks. No Quarter, which I am generally a fan of, sunk to a new low this morning by posting an unflattering, candid photo of Michelle Obama next to a picture of Cindy McCain all dressed up for the ball, with the note:
Which woman has the appearance of a First Lady?
I could not believe my eyes. This is the very same type of sexist, looks-based crap that Hillary has had to go through this campaign. I do not want to see this sort of treatment thrown at ANY woman, even if it is Michelle Obama.
By acting like children in these matters, we hurt our arguments and give fuel to the Obama people who claim that Hillary supporters are "racist" or just being "bitter."
Stick to the facts, stick to the issues, stick to what really matters. Leave Michelle Obama's looks and Barack Obama's middle name out of it.
Thank you.
UPDATE: No Quarter has removed the offending article and posted up a Statement on the Standards of No Quarter. Thank you!
Sunday, June 15, 2008
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I am glad you posted this, Stephanie, I was equally disgusted and posted several comments over at noquarter. Apart from being repulsive it is also contraproductive.
I have been going to HLF's blog (http://heidilipotpourri.blogspot.com) and find her way of thinking encouraging. Her posts stimulate my thinking and I have found satisfaction in experiencing trust and solidarity with Hillary. A very positive experience compared to what we saw today at noquarter.
Well, it looks like Larry pulled the plug on the entire thread.
For those who want to see a PDF file of the thread. you can go there.
Thanks for speaking out against that crap. You are right, there are enough issues to be discussed before attacking the wives of the candidates.
Thank you Stephanie; the last thing we need is to be labeled the "sore losers" without any merit whatsoever. We have to stop and THINK ... that is what is most important to get our message(s) across.
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