Thursday, November 8, 2012

The Republican Rape Caucus Crumbles

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26315908/ns/msnbc_tv-rachel_maddow_show/#49736431
must see video

http://www.motherjones.com/mojo/2012/11/republican-rape-caucus-crumbles

unbelievable rants from the right wing

 Foot-in-mouth rape commentary by Republican candidates was one of the most disturbing mini-trends of the 2012 election. And as the returns began rolling in last night, it quickly became clear that this bounty of apologies for sexual assault had paved the way for some big GOP losses. Here's a breakdown of the candidates who said absurd things about rape and paid for it at the polls.
Pittsburgh Post Gazette/ZUMAPressPittsburgh Post Gazette/ZUMAPressWho: Tom Smith, Pennsylvania Senate candidate
Comments: In a TV interview, Smith compared a pregnancy from rape to "having a baby out of wedlock."
Outcome: Defeated by Democrat Bob Casey, who got nearly 54 percent of the vote.


Globe Photos/ ZUMAPressGlobe Photos/ ZUMAPressWho: Linda McMahon, Connecticut Senate candidate
Comments: During a debate, McMahon clarified that no Catholic hospital should be required to provide emergency contraception to rape victims, except in cases of "emergency rape."
Outcome: Defeated by Democrat Chris Murphy, who got 55 percent of the vote.http://www.motherjones.com/mojo/2012/11/republican-rape-caucus-crumbles

just a couple to wet your whistle