Careful what you ask for: Jennifer Howard
I will now admit that I have no life. I read the Freep letters to the editor amongst other papers to see what's on the minds of Manitobans. I came across a cheerleader letter written by Susan White posted in today's edition, an ardent NDP party supporter and buddy of Jennifer Howard (I really don't know why the editors at the Freep do not screen these kinds of letters out).
Anyway, the letter goes on to scold the Freep (Mia Rabson) for calling Jennifer a wonk. I agree with Susan 100%. Jennifer Howard is a "hack" not a "wonk". Perhaps professional activist is a better title. After reading about Ms. Howard's background and contribution to the wellness of women in Manitoba, I was left wondering whether she will be able to represent the 50% of her constituency called "men".
Every single link I could find on Ms. Howard points to an exlusive female constituency. I could not find one shred of evidence to suggest that Jennifer has worked any job or activity that has included men. Besides being the Status of Women representative for the provincial NDP, all of her work in health has dealt specifically with women. If Jennifer or other NDP types have information that says otherwise, I will be happy to post it in my feedback comments.
I get very concerned when I see someone so dedicated to one segment of the population (well OK, half) run for office. Persons running for office should be more well rounded and inclusive. The more I read about the identity politics and the socialist activist nature of Jennifer Howard, the more I wondered whether she could effectively represent the population as a whole.
Call me ignorant, but I just don't see the star power behind the newly minted candidate for Fort Rouge. I think Donne would have been a better candidate. Yes, I know this flies in the face of my call for more women in politics, but maybe I should have been a little clearer. I think there are many great women in politics who represent their consituencies. I think Jennifer Howard may be good at representing women in health related issues. I shudder to think how much care she would take representing men's issues in the Legislature. There was a reason she lost in the nomination in Wolseley.
While Fort Rouge isn't likely to vote PC, I think a strong Liberal could take it. Are their any left in Manitoba?
Anyway, the letter goes on to scold the Freep (Mia Rabson) for calling Jennifer a wonk. I agree with Susan 100%. Jennifer Howard is a "hack" not a "wonk". Perhaps professional activist is a better title. After reading about Ms. Howard's background and contribution to the wellness of women in Manitoba, I was left wondering whether she will be able to represent the 50% of her constituency called "men".
Every single link I could find on Ms. Howard points to an exlusive female constituency. I could not find one shred of evidence to suggest that Jennifer has worked any job or activity that has included men. Besides being the Status of Women representative for the provincial NDP, all of her work in health has dealt specifically with women. If Jennifer or other NDP types have information that says otherwise, I will be happy to post it in my feedback comments.
I get very concerned when I see someone so dedicated to one segment of the population (well OK, half) run for office. Persons running for office should be more well rounded and inclusive. The more I read about the identity politics and the socialist activist nature of Jennifer Howard, the more I wondered whether she could effectively represent the population as a whole.
Call me ignorant, but I just don't see the star power behind the newly minted candidate for Fort Rouge. I think Donne would have been a better candidate. Yes, I know this flies in the face of my call for more women in politics, but maybe I should have been a little clearer. I think there are many great women in politics who represent their consituencies. I think Jennifer Howard may be good at representing women in health related issues. I shudder to think how much care she would take representing men's issues in the Legislature. There was a reason she lost in the nomination in Wolseley.
While Fort Rouge isn't likely to vote PC, I think a strong Liberal could take it. Are their any left in Manitoba?
posted by Andy Fletcher | 6:26 PM
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