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Tuesday, September 9, 2008 12:00 AM

The dominatrix

Sarah Palin is trying to seduce independent voters. But she comes across like a whip-wielding mistress who wants to discipline a naughty America.

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  • Monday, September 8, 2008 07:32 PM

    Need a better graphic

    I've not even read the article yet but feel compelled to express my dissatisfaction with the graphic. I come to Salon for content, not for snark. But reducing the criticism to the simple sex-based roles, you make moot any legitimate critique in the piece and give a simple reply point to those who advocate her candidacy.

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