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abagatelle
11/05/09

In reply to Klein On Clinton: She's Alright, She's Okay
my mind was blown because I thought this was insinuating that Naomi Kline gave a Clinton her approval... I was wrong #maghag
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KimberleeJean
11/05/09

In reply to Klein On Clinton: She's Alright, She's Okay
""Foggy Bottom Body Language"

The new captivating fragrance! Get it now! #maghag
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questionable
11/05/09

In reply to Klein On Clinton: She's Alright, She's Okay
I hate the idea that Obama wanted to "neuter her" (seriously. eww) by making her secretary of state. Wouldn't he want a strong player in that position? #maghag
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Bunsen Honeydew
11/05/09

@questionable: If I were Obama, I would be seriously offended someone would consider me that misogynistic.

Honestly, from her time as first lady onward Hilary's big strength has always seemed to be her diplomacy and international affairs skills. If you ever read up on her time as first lady, Bill sent her EVERYWHERE. And she did a hell of a good job. Can't we all start assuming Obama selected her to be his Secretary of State because he thought she'd do a bang up job reviving American relations with the world? #maghag
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questionable
11/05/09

@Bunsen Honeydew: Yes. This is absolutely what I was thinking. As someone who wanted to vote for both Obama AND HRC, I like thinking of them as a super-team, and get the feeling that despite some disagreements (which are only to be expected between two intellectual superpowers with strong personalities) they both have deep respect for each other and are working towards the same goals.

I hate the narrative that they're constantly at odds, trying to one-up or outshine the other. The primaries ended 18 months ago folks... And these two aren't like feuding siblings. #maghag
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J.D.Regent
11/05/09

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"Clinton is unwilling to acknowledge these problems, and her staff is loath to admit her occasional mistakes. Her praise for the President is fulsome, and aides say the relationship with Obama really — really — is strong. But there are also burblings and emanations from Clinton's staff and friends, Foggy Bottom body language, that suggest there is a need for the Administration to produce a second act after the Rodney King phase."

Am I missing something? Can anyone explain what Obama's "Rodney King" phase was? #maghag
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Cunning_Linguist
11/05/09

@J.D.Regent: I don't know what it means, but whenever I happen upon references (like this) that make me feel awkward inside, I just want to run away and cover my ears. #maghag
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Dodgergirl
11/05/09

@J.D.Regent: Ah! I just got it! "Can't we all just get along."

I'm not sure why he put it like that, though I can make some uncharitable guesses, but yeah. I believe he's suggesting Clinton wants Obama to quit all the nice-making and get tough. #maghag
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otherginger
11/05/09

In reply to Klein On Clinton: She's Alright, She's Okay
I remain proud to have voted for her in the primary. #maghag
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zoethebitch
11/05/09

In reply to Klein On Clinton: She's Alright, She's Okay
The linked article doesn't mention that Joe Klein wrote Primary Colors. Some full disclosure about his history with the Clintons would be appropriate and put the article in more context. #maghag
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Penny
11/05/09

@zoethebitch: AH. Man, I love that damn movie. #maghag
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sportz.star
11/05/09

In reply to Klein On Clinton: She's Alright, She's Okay
Predictability is boring. Hillary has been captivating us for literally decades because of both her brilliance and unpredictability. #maghag
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SomeAuthorGirl
11/05/09

In reply to Klein On Clinton: She's Alright, She's Okay
"Which makes it hard to analyze her but really interesting to watch her."

Incidentally, making her an incredibly adept diplomat. Ta-da! #maghag
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McBroken
11/05/09

In reply to Klein On Clinton: She's Alright, She's Okay
Wow, she's a woman and... complex? Those wacky feminists, trying to throw us off by being human. #maghag
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Penny
11/05/09

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Man, they're gonna get a lot of letters about this one. #maghag
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L'Adelina
09/10/09

In reply to Heigl Confirms Adoption; Aniston Calls "Lonely Girl" Label B.S.
That's sad about Phil Collins, but maybe now he will have more time for his Alamo enthusiast activities. If you go to San Antonio, you can be privy to some of the diorama show he narrated. It was actually kinda neat, but the neatest part was finding out Phil Collins is a self-proclaimed "Alamo enthusiast."

[www.mysanantonio.com]
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Nessienessa
09/10/09

@L'Adelina: wow, that's a great find. I live in SA and didn't even know this.
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fantasylover
09/10/09

In reply to Heigl Confirms Adoption; Aniston Calls "Lonely Girl" Label B.S.
Dear stars on the adopt-a-foreign-baby bandwagon: crazy rumor, there are a lot of orphans in the US. How about adopting one of them too?
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Rosaxé
09/10/09

@fantasylover: Can't we celebrate the fact that an orphan has a new home and loving parents to care for her? Why should her birthplace matter?
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TurtleWexlerKickedMe
09/10/09

@fantasylover: Her sister's Korean. I think it's quite a lovely gesture. Perhaps she can have a playdate with the kids you've adopted?
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limber
09/10/09

@fantasylover: I've done a ton of research. More hoops, takes longer, more risk, more expensive -- more everything, really, to adopt from the US. Take it up with your state social services bureau.

On the other hand, this sounds like a situation I've seen in the families of friends: kids who grew up with adopted siblings adopting children from the same country as their uncle/aunt. It's a deliberate choice in expanding the family, it's a nice continuation of generational adoption, and at the end of the day a baby has parents. Win.
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LovelyHue
09/10/09

In reply to Heigl Confirms Adoption; Aniston Calls "Lonely Girl" Label B.S.
The thing that I find disconcerting about the Jennifer Aniston thing is that: 1) She is either portrayed as being lonely because she doesn't have a man, or 2) She is portrayed as being lonely because even if she does have a man, that man is not the certain man that she is reportedly dependent on (Brad Pitt).

And that depresses me about the world. A woman should be able to feel, and be perceived as, happy and stable regardless of whatever her current relationship status. She should not be defined by the men around (or not around) her.

I mean, are there any male counterparts to this? Any 'Lonely Boy' headlines?
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Maritsa
09/10/09

@LovelyHue: Of course not! George Clooney is just a swingin' bachelor, Gerard Butler is a sexy playboy, etc. etc.
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avec_accent
09/10/09

In reply to Heigl Confirms Adoption; Aniston Calls "Lonely Girl" Label B.S.
Katherine Heigl has been informed that being a mother might involve 17-hour (or more!) work days, right?
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Imogen Quest
09/10/09

In reply to Heigl Confirms Adoption; Aniston Calls "Lonely Girl" Label B.S.
I hate when John Mayer makes me laugh. It makes me feel dirty.
Then again, musicians have never really Rogered my Hammerstein, so whatever.
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