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The Daily Show: Ears Edition

Corresponent Spotlight: Kristen Schaal on Women's Political Interests, Abortion, and Manspreading

Jan 24, 2024
Kristen Schaal, Daily Show correspondent and expert on women's political issues, discusses GOP's efforts to attract women voters, funding for Planned Parenthood, and the controversial issue of 'manspreading' on the subway.
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  • Women's political interests are crucial in shaping political outcomes, and the GOP is targeting younger women through relationship-focused ad campaigns.
  • Cutting funding for women's health services sparks debates over women's access to comprehensive healthcare and the role of organizations associated with abortion.

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The Importance of Winning Over Women in Elections

Women are a crucial constituency in deciding political outcomes, such as the midterm elections. The GOP is making efforts to rebrand and attract younger women to vote Republican. Ad campaigns targeting women focus on portraying candidates as potential soulmates and emphasize relationship dynamics. However, some criticize these efforts as insulting and reducing women's roles to relationships.

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