women's healthcare

"But, he is a smart lawyer," is what typically followed a description of the decades of mysoginist bills and amendments offered up by Rep. Paul "Skip" Stam (R-Wake). I leave it to you, dear reader.

I have listened to Rep. Stam argue and debate for 20 years. In the minority or in the majority, his style is consistent. With false assumptions, pseudo science, an air of erudition and endless repetition, Rep. Stam intimidates, bullies and tries the patience of even his own mates.

When ideology trumps real science, replicable research and all reason, I am not persuaded. When charlatans testify as experts using anecdotes - which is not the plural of data - I worry. Of course, the lack of critical thinking utilized by the voters will not improve if the GOP keeps cutting public education budgets and the Governor questions the value of higher education. But, I digress.

Contrary to the body of work that Rep. Stam has to his credit:

On Saturday, April 28th, North Carolina will join a host of other states in holding a rally for women's rights. The rally is being sponsored by numerous organizations from across the state, including groups representing women's healthcare rights, voting rights, leadership in government, pay equity and more. All are welcome. It's supposed to be a beautiful day and I hope a lot of BlueNC-ers will join us. Details below.