Finally! We’ve All Been Waiting!
Today is the day.
Debbie Riddle, the meanest craziest woman in the Texas Lege has decided on her cause this year.
Hairspray and Cobwebs
Immodest breastfeeding.
I’m not sure what that is, but it could not be good.
Two years ago the Republican men of the Texas Legislature embarrassed themselves by circulating a picture of a nursing woman to make a “joke” about a “nanny state.” Democratic State Representative Senfronia Thompson took to the floor and gave an impassioned speech that to this day still echos in the halls of that chamber, shaming them.
At that time Debbie Riddle stood with the women of the Texas House, although she couldn’t help but patronize Rep. Thompson, who is a lawyer and the longest serving Democrat in the House.
But now Debbie has changed her tune and wants to outlaw ‘immodest nursing.”
Now, I am all in favor of breast feeding – however it is important for women to be modest while feeding their baby – and most women are modest and respectful. But, a bill that would allow for law suits if one “interfered” with a woman breast feeding is really going a bit far. If a business owner objects to a woman who is not being modest then be fearful of a law suit is government out of control.
We already have laws again indecency in this state. But Riddle wants the standard for proper breastfeeding to be left to men. You know, the same men who think breasts are funny and should be joked about.
Let me tell you what is government out of control – government that allows men to make decisions about women’s bodies.
Stuff it, Debbie. Everybody knows you’re held together with hairspray and cobwebs anyway.
Thanks to Warner for the heads up.
And from Texas Ellen —
I believe there is also a little bit of a racist component to this, as well. It’s much more of a natural behavior in other cultures. Only in America do we achieve the perfect mix of the puritanical, the misogynistic and the xenophobic.
America and Iran.
1So… does that mean, if you breast feed your baby, you should just let it starve?
That people even elect Debbie Riddle… is shameful.
2Honey, there are supermodels and rock stars who show more “boobage” than a nursing mother.
3God, they waste so much time on this kind of goofiness.
4Focusing like a mirror on job creation–wet nursing!
5Has she attended a major league baseball game and seen the repeated indecent scratching? Children, who idolize ballplayers are tempted to copy this immoral conduct! This obscenity is a lot more prevalent than public breast feeding. Public scratching by athletes, and athletic supporters, obviously presents an issue worthy of the Texas legislature’s attention, unless of course the lege develops the compassion, concern, and coconuts required to address issues like education and health care.
6While the GOP may not agree with immodest nursing, can we all agree they are truly a party of “boobs”?
7If a national resource like oil were snatched away from folks, they’d have a screaming fit. Breastfeeding is in the same category. I nursed my babies and never offended anyone. Debby should be taking a stand about encouraging nursing babies. If she wants to hand out blankets to new mothers it’s okay with me but honey, she’s way out of line.
8Marge Wood, former LaLeche League leader.
First of all breasts ARE funny. Mine are a constant source of amusement. Passing laws against “immodest” women? Weren’t these the same people taking a very public stand against sharia law in the US?
9Just what is wrong with these repugs, Women vote and in bigger numbers than men”???????
10When the goofies in the Texas legislature take a break from making fools of themselves, let me know.
11With all the problems this state has, Debbie Dunce is worried about mothers showing a little skin when they breastfeed their babies. I have an answer for Debbie Dunce; if you or anyone else is offended by it, just don’t look! There is no “riddle” about Debbie, she is just ignorant.
12Back when I was a La Leche League leader in Alabama, we used to get groups of moms to breastfeed in front of offices of people who tried to restrict our rights to feed our babies. Of course, back then, I envied the Texans; when we lived here women were allowed to nurse their babies anywhere. Apparently Texas is trying hard to catch up to the Alabama of 25 years ago….
13What’s up, Ridle? Are YOUR breasts indecent?
14What is supremely odd is that there seems to be no problem with male breasts as opposed to female breasts, despite the fact that the primary difference has to do with fatty tissue. (Of course the female variety are more functional, but there’s nothin’ new about that.)
15Corinne Sabo, no, honey! They’re square!
16One thing is for sure- she is protesting by proxy because she is so Old she doesn’t Remember it.
17Give me a friggin’ break!
18The Repugs are stuck in a colossal time warp. It seems as if their minds are disintegrating at break neck speed. These are not 21st century issues,
19they’re reminicent of the Inquisition. Their brains have not evolved because they refused to allow it, and by God, the’re going to stop everybody else too. This is scary stuff.
I wonder if she ever watched football. The quarterback slides his hands on the centers buttocks area and takes a ball of there to throw or pass. With Riddle think, that is pornography and should be outlawed or some indecent act.
She should write another law.
20What the hell is going on here–BOOBS IS BEAUTIFUL! Guys love to look at ’em! Guys like to obsess over them! Guys worship them! Guys rate and score them! So when did they become ugly or not attractive and natural? So who are these weird fellows trying to legislate away all of our pleasures? We should un-elect them as they deserve to be!
21Apparently none of these idiots has ever wondered if breasts have an actual function other than entertainment. Sharia law, indeed!
22GOP platform: If it’s a woman’s body part, we have to pass laws against it. Especially if she’s trying to decide for herownself what to do with it. Can’t have none of that.
23yarnoverpullthrough.com/baby-beanie-breastfeeding-cap-free-crochet-pattern
Can be created in any color combination to match the mama you wish to give the little beanie to. Should be worn in public on any baby’s head in front of all politicians.
24Good grief… what a goose! This Republican wants MORE government intrusion into our lives??? Go Figure!!
25Thank you! TexasEllen for the link and the cartoon.
26This t-shirt is for Riddle.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/380432611823?hlp=false&var=
27Umptydump: You should be a personal shopper. Laugh-out-loud funny!
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