Dirty Sexy Politics (3)

Dirty Sexy Politics By: Meghan McCain Read: March 15, 2015 Meghan is the daughter of Senator John McCain of AZ, who ran for President in 2008. Meghan had just graduated from college and joined the campaign. She was not an official staff member, but blogged about the campaign instead, which was still a new idea at the time, especially for the Republicans. The book is less about politics and more about what Megan went through emotionally on the campaign. Dealing with the handlers, denied access, constantly being told she was making mistakes that would cost them the campaign. In the beginning of the book she talks about how the Republican party has changed from a party of hands off government and personal freedom to a tool of the far Right. Too concerned about gay marriage and image than about the real issues. This of course is a big turn off for the younger generation which Meghan represents. This echos a sentiment I have long held. I voted in my first Presidential election in 1984 and had always thought of myself as a Republican. In the past several elections they have continuously disappointed me in their choice of candidates and the issues they promote. I increasingly have nothing in common with their platform. Overall it was an interesting book and a worthwhile read. It is a different take on how politics impacts the families of the candidates.