UPDATE: I decided to update this post after a couple of Kirshman supporters set me straight in the comments area. I have found when posting ‘Rumors’ about politicians on this blog, it gets people out to set the record straight, and I appreciate that.
One fact still remains though. What is with the riff between Pat and Martha? The only thing I can think of is their views on abortion. It seems they are both life long Democrats who support labor unions, education and seniors. I hope they can kiss and makeup, I don’t think District 15 can afford to have two very talented politicians, who are in the same party, in Pierre working against each other.
If the disagreement comes down to abortion, that is unfortunate. I want to remind both of them that abortion SHOULD NOT be legislated by lawmakers or governors. It should be a non-issue this year in Pierre. Find some common ground. PLEASE! Though infighting and stupid legislation only helps editorial cartoonists like myself – I would prefer it ended for the betterment of this state.
May I suggest you two meet before the session starts, have some crumpets and tea, and strategize what is best for your district.
And people wonder why I’m a registered independent . . . geeeeezzzz!
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As you may or may not know, Martha Vanderlinde won handily in the primaries, winning over 60% of the vote with Pat Kirshman in second and Madigan in third place. I knew this would have Vanderlinde sitting well for the general election, but never expected Kirshman to get more votes in the end. Since they take the top two people running in the House, Vanderlinde still gets to go to Pierre, but playing second fiddle to someone who she tromped in the primaries must sting a little.
Remember, Vanderlinde was the only pro-choice candidate running in District 15, Democrat or Republican. District 15 voted 70% against the abortion ban in 2006. Vanderlinde also wants to focus on elder care and working class issues in Pierre. Though Vanderlinde may not have the same views of the majority of the House, she definitely represents her District.