Think Hillary's got a lock on the estrogen vote? Think again, according to today's (London) Times. While all of the focus has been on Rudy's marital issues, the fact that Fred Thompson is himself divorced and married to a woman twenty four years his junior has gone largely unremarked. But apparently he was also among Washington's most eligible bachelor during his time in the Senate, and these women are lining up behind him in his bid for the nomination.
Biggest problem I see with these legions of adoring ladies? They and Hillary-supporting women don't see eye-to-eye. Just to cite one of his exes:
“Fred is a perfect example of chivalry. He’s the kind of man little girls dream about marrying, who opens doors for you, lights your cigarettes, helps you on with your coat, buys wonderful gifts. It’s every woman’s fantasy.”Feministas everywhere just lost their lattes and organic omelettes. Still, it does mean that in stark contrast to Giuliani, he can talk about his romantic past without too much evasion. Rudy's past is messy, Fred's is straight-forward. Though the current wife may raise some eyebrows (and help with the men's vote?).
[For the record, the fact that her name is Jeri does sort of scare me. Jack "I like to have sex in clubs with my wife" Ryan was also married to a Jeri. Please no deja vu!]
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