What Hillary Should Say Now

Patti Davis,

Give me a break. As if Sarah Palin is telling you not to use birth control just because she doesn't herself. That would be as ludicrous as me interpreting your position that I should espouse the belief that killing an unborn child if its birth inconveniences me is right. That is the beauty about America. We can disagree and still be fellow citizens and still want the best for this country. God bless America and let's remember that it's ok to be on different sides of an issue. It's no reason to insult one another, however. It's that freedom that makes us who we are!

I am a republican woman who lines up with liberals on many issues. However, I don't need Hillary Clinton to tell me what to admire in another woman nor do I need NOW or any other womens' groups to define a "real" woman. If Barbara Boxer or Nancy Pelosi and Hillary Clinton are the role models I should want for my daughter then I have to disagree. Hillary taught young women a terrible lesson when she sacrificed her dignity by staying with the man who embarrassed her in every way possible. To all those who say "she loved him" I would say there are women all across this nation who love men that are bad for them. I takes an unbelievable amount of courage for a woman to realize she is better off on her own. If Hillary had that courage I would be willing to take her advice, but strong women don't need any help with decision making. I don't need to know what any other woman believes is best for me or this country, I can make those decisions myself.

The Democratic Party had the best oportunity of their life, they lost it , they have a wonderful woman to put in their presidential ticket and choosed a man, they cheated ths woman shifting States with no vote, hajf vote and full vote as another game played by silly politicians. Democrats will be paying the price for being irresponsible. Do not ask Hillary to fix what the demorats minus 18 million did not do.

I find interesting to think that the main reason that Sarah Palin was brought on the ticket was to primarily bring in the Hillary votes. Have you noticed the size of the crowds at the 3 post convention locations. All of them is basically republican locations have brought the conservative base in droves. She is exciting and energiezed that base that McCain had only partial got behind him. Sure Im not going to say that the idea of bringing her on wasnt to help with those disenfranchised voters, but it was a secondary factor not the primary one! The enthusiasm from the conservative base is now unbelievable, I expect to see very little republican based voters voting for Obama, while I can still see a chunk of Hillary backing or tose non-Obama believing Dems voting McCain or staying home!

This has been the most interesting presidential race in years and these next 60 days will be so much fun to watch!

Your eloquent, op ed article presents a view that I and many of my women friends share, Patti. Thank you making it a public statement.

I don't think we want to go down the road of voting for someone just because they are female or whatever. If we could ever have a honest poll of "why are you voting for ?" No one would be surprised at the answers. I am quite sure that a good majority of Obama's backers are based on no more than that he is black. Certainly it can't be because of his stellar past performance. Not a racial remark, just the truth.

Dear Ms. Davis:
It is very rude to ask somebody that was step over by an empty suit and his acolytes to now come and rescue the same empty suit from his own incompetence. At least you should said we are sorry first. If Obama is not able to defend himself from a person that has never been on national politics how do you think he will stand against Mr Putin? He will probably eat Mr. Obama for breakfast
Please let Hillary rest and watch the show. There is justice in the world

Hillary - we are waiting. This mother of two from Oregon - especially. I want to hear your credit given and approval as to effective leadership recognized in all that Sarah Palin has achieved in the past - since 1996 - in her elected roles and on into today - when she continues her RIGHT as an American woman to set her sights upon and be elected into the rightful position of Vice President of the United States. No reason for Hillary to do anything other than stand beside Sarah Palin and support her. Root her on. After all - after each one of them - men only (except for once with Geraldine Ferraro) have been offered up - imperfect in one way or another as men - how can we settle for ANY mentality that says this EFFECTIVE EXPERIENCED, INTELLIGENT, ETHICAL, American woman should not be - historically noted - the first FEMALE vice president of the united states. Heck - she is also qualified for the top spot. Hands down. So you bet I want to hear from Hillary Clinton as to Sarah Palin. Today!

Ms Davis,
I am offended that you would presume to believe that being a woman was the only qualification that Gov. Palin brings to the ticket. So she's not your choice, that's clear. But please offer more than your mock offense to support your shallow views.

I find it interesting that women are looking to HRC to guide them. However, Obama must be concerned by the threat to his campaign that he needs women to now go out and stomp the country side to draw in the female vote. And one of those being HRC. He didn't seem to be concerned enough with the female vote when he didn't give her so much as a look as his VP. I also am rather disappointed that HRC is doing it.

Dear Ms. Davis,

Thank you for voicing mythoughts. I felt deeply disconcerted by Governor Palin's assessment of what it means to be patriotic and contribute meaningfully to the preservation and advancement of our great country. I am a woman and prefer to vote for leaders who display self-control and good judgement. I think that mocking the contributions of citizens who choose to spend their time serving the community and lifting people up by modeling (Senator Obama's memiors are a form of modeling). Bye the bye, Arizona is at the bottom as far as the quality of education and meeting the needs of our children are concerned. I live in AZ and do not feel compelled to vote for the mcCain-Palin ticket.

Thank you, Patti, for your eloquent op ed article.

But wait, rudeness and snarkiness were Hillary's most notable traits. Let's not try to portray Hill as some sweet, gentle woman who didn't fiercely attack the competition. On the other hand, her leadership and accomplishments in the public and the senate could not be denied (regardless of whether I like her positions on the issues), as opposed to Obama, a man who has done nothing while pretending its everything.