Attracting the Female GOP Vote

The Takeaway

Over the weekend, passages from Rick Santorum’s 2005 book “It Takes a Family” attracted media attention and landed the Republican candidate in the hot seat. They pertained to women in the work force: “The radical feminists succeeded in undermining the traditional family and convincing women that professional accomplishments are the key to happiness.” In the past, Santorum has also spoken out against women taking part in combat operations. With an increasingly vocal female presence in the party, these remarks could push the Santorum surge down –  again. Renee Amoore is president of the healthcare organization The Amoore Group and Deputy Chair of the Pennsylvania Republican state party. Jennifer DeJournett is president and co-founder of VOICES of Conservative Women.

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