Tag: 2016 Democratic Convention

Democratic Convention – July 27, 2016

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Democratic Convention – July 27, 2016

Are you ready for another convention thread? Have at it!

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Bill Clinton’s Speech

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Bill Clinton’s Speech

This started out as a comment, but morphed into a post. Last night I was asked a question on the DNC Convention post, “Was Bill Clinton’s speech sexist?”

No.

Oh, you want more? Ok.

Here are my thoughts on Bill’s speech. I disagree with Maddow. It wasn’t sexist, but it was a fascinating gender role reversal. Bill Clinton was the first man to give the traditional First Lady speech.

The role of the First Lady speech is to share personal stories of her and the candidate’s life together, to show what a good and loving parent the candidate is, to remind everyone of their spouses accomplishments, their strengths, etc.. Basically, the First Lady speech is an reminder and introduction to the candidate by the person who knows them best.

Bill did just that.

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Democratic Convention – July 26, 2016

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Democratic Convention – July 26, 2016

Here’s your convention thread!

4:56 – Beginning nominating speeches and then onto Roll call votes.

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Democratic Convention – July 25, 2016

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If you’re watching, this thread’s for you!

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