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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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  • Tuesday, September 9, 2008 12:39 AM

    That was proved long ago...

    You know who this article really helps?

    Palin.

    It is exactly what she needs to claim the liberal blogosphere is sexist.

    What on earth is Joan thinking by allowing this to be published?

    Shame on you, Joan Walsh!

    -- AKA Smith

    During the primaries the liberal blogs showed they can be every bit as callous in their misogyny as the right wing.

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