Which is more tabboo: Racism or Sexism?
Sexism and racism have been rising between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama. These expressions have been obvious, yet subtle, and sometimes imagined. These two politicians are revamping the national debate over what is and is not okay to say in public.
Clinton’s camp has seen sexism in comments about her appearance and emotions. Obama’s supporters have complained about racial implications in remarks about his Muslim-like middle name, Hussein, and his drug use as a young man.
Between the two democratic nominees being a white woman and a black man, this situation has created uproar of the nations sensitivity – or lack thereof – to certain kinds of comments. Is it more acceptable, for instance, to make a sexist remark than a racist remark?
"It's always been easier," says Marie Wilson, president of the White House Project, which encourages women's advancement in politics. "With women, you can get away with it."
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