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  • Re: Multiple Choice


    Over at Tapped , Dana Goldstein sides with you, Hanna , writing, “ When politicians are caught cheating, I'd wish they'd leave their wives in the green room while they address the press. You're in the dog house, and it should look that way.” At best, Read More...
  • In Defense of Option "A"


    In defense of the political wives who go to the press conference, smile forced smiles, and say nothing: Speaking (ahem) as a political wife myself, I can see one clear advantage to this option: It's all over quickly. And no one asks you for a follow-up Read More...
  • Famous Last Words: "I'm More Like Lorena Bobbitt Than Hillary"


    Right here on Page 1 of the political-spouse handbook, it says that in event of scandal, you will show up, preferably in pearls, medicated if necessary, and manage at least a small smile while the father of your children explains that he never, ever meant Read More...
  • The Multiple Choice


    They ALWAYS choose A. I've already informed my husband that if he gets caught being involved in a prostitution ring, gay, straight, or otherwise or even your average affair, the answer will be NOT A. It's sort of my version of a prenup. Read More...
  • Thrown Stones, Glass Houses


    Normally I think Americans should tolerate more separation of sex and state when it comes to politics; I'm not convinced that sexual morality has much bearing on political judgment or efficacy. But when it comes to Spitzer, well, you nailed it, Hanna: Read More...
  • Imagine You're Mrs. Spitzer ...


    A guest post from our colleague Tim Noah, who presents us with an important question. Your governor husband is going to a press conference to announce that he got caught in a prostitution ring. He asks you to come with him to show moral support. Do you Read More...
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