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New Children's Book: "Why Mommy is a Democrat"
littledemocrats.net ^ | Jeremy Zilber

Posted on 12/01/2005 10:21:05 AM PST by dukeman

Kids want to know.
Kids need to know.
It's up to you to tell them...

WHY MOMMY IS A DEMOCRAT
A different kind of children's book.

Why Mommy is a Democrat brings to life the core values of the Democratic party in ways that young children will easily understand and thoroughly enjoy. Using plain and non-judgmental language, along with warm and whimsical illustrations, this colorful 28-page paperback depicts the Democratic principles of fairness, tolerance, peace, and concern for the well-being of others. It's a great way for parents to gently communicate their commitment to these principles and explain their support for the party.

Why Mommy is a Democrat may look like a traditional children's book, but it definitely isn't just for children. With numerous subtle (and not-so-subtle) satirical swipes at the Bush administration and the Republican party,Why Mommy will appeal to Democrats of all ages!

Finally, a portion of the profits will be donated to Democratic candidates and party organizations, so your purchase will help make an immediate difference!

Sample Pages:

"Democrats make sure we all share our toys, just like Mommy does."

"Democrats make sure we are always safe, just like Mommy does."

"Democrats make sure children can go to school, just like Mommy does."

Testimonials:

"I just got my copy of the book in the mail today. It was the coolest thing I've ever seen in print! My nine-year-old and I laughed and laughed! I will recommend this to all of my Democrat friends!"
-Patty Davies, Pittsburgh, PA

"A wonderful story to show my son what REAL moral values are."
-Erin White-Johnson, Bakersfield, CA

About the author:

A lifelong Democrat and political activist, I have been teaching and writing about American politics for over a decade. Although Why Mommy is a Democrat is my first children's book, I've previously authored and coauthored numerous political essays and the book Racialized Coverage of Congress: The News in Black and White.

After hearing for years that I should consider writing children's books, I finally decided to give it a try. But I didn't want to write a typical children's story; instead, I set out to write a book that would help parents communicate important political values to their children and offer an underlying theme of political satire for adults. The result, Why Mommy is a Democrat, reflects my passion for progressive politics, my sense of humor, and my academic training in fields such as political psychology and socialization.

Operating on a shoestring budget, I was extremely fortunate to find a gifted and experienced local artist, Yuliya Firsova, who agreed to illustrate the book. Yuliya did a truly marvelous job of bringing my ideas (and some of her own) to life. Thanks to her, the final product exceeds my wildest expectations.

Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, I received a B.A. from Oberlin College and a Ph.D. from Ohio State University. I currently live in Madison, Wisconsin, with my partner Julia, her daughter Isabella (age six), and our cat Zachary -- all lifelong Democrats.


TOPICS: Constitution/Conservatism; Culture/Society
KEYWORDS: 2glorifyfacism; 2sick4words; 4cradle2grave; 4womb2thetomb; becauseshesamoron; bookreview; cradletograve; hillary; itsforthechildren; mommygovernment; mymommiesacommie; nannystate; whoneedsmen; wombtothetomb
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To: dukeman

Democrat mommies think Michael Moore is a real man.


121 posted on 12/01/2005 10:58:23 AM PST by polymuser (Losing, like flooding, brings rats to the surface.)
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To: Jersey Republican Biker Chick
Why Mommy is a Democrat ~ Indeed!
122 posted on 12/01/2005 10:58:26 AM PST by blackie (Be Well~Be Armed~Be Safe~Molon Labe!)
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To: polymuser

Someone's gotta come up with a list like the "you know you're a redneck when..." for the Dems. We've got a lot of creative and talented Freepers - give it a shot.


123 posted on 12/01/2005 10:58:35 AM PST by Paved Paradise
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To: saveliberty
Does this mean that Daddy is a Republican?

No, it probably means there is no "daddy" around.

124 posted on 12/01/2005 10:58:39 AM PST by tiredoflaundry (The right wants victory, the left wants surrender. It's that simple.)
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To: dukeman

Democrats will make sure we can kill our offspring, just like Mommy does. *erk*

Democrats will make sure that criminals can steal, kill, and rape in safety, just like Mommy does.


125 posted on 12/01/2005 10:58:47 AM PST by Little Ray (I'm a reactionary, hirsute, gun-owning, knuckle dragging, Christian Neanderthal and proud of it!)
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To: rudy45

It's real. Follow the link.


126 posted on 12/01/2005 10:59:42 AM PST by dukeman
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To: CzarNicky

In that group, I'd put my money on the cat.


127 posted on 12/01/2005 10:59:46 AM PST by Paved Paradise
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To: tiredoflaundry

Mommy got you from a squirt gun, honey!


128 posted on 12/01/2005 11:01:59 AM PST by polymuser (Losing, like flooding, brings rats to the surface.)
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To: Petronski

Not a man in the bunch, I'd guess.


129 posted on 12/01/2005 11:02:10 AM PST by i_dont_chat (Houston, TX)
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To: dukeman

Mommy is a Democrat because he's too stupid to be a Republican.


130 posted on 12/01/2005 11:03:26 AM PST by trebb ("I am the way... no one comes to the Father, but by me..." - Jesus in John 14:6 (RSV))
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To: dukeman
"Democrats make sure children can go to school, just like Mommy does."

I wish I hadn't been sentenced to school for having committed the crime of being born.

The Prussian mind, which carried the day, held a clear idea of what centralized schooling should deliver: 1) Obedient soldiers to the army; 2) Obedient workers for mines, factories, and farms; 3) Well-subordinated civil servants, trained in their function; 4) Well-subordinated clerks for industry; 5) Citizens who thought alike on most issues; 6) National uniformity in thought, word, and deed.

The Underground History of American Education

Thanks, dumbocrats!
131 posted on 12/01/2005 11:03:31 AM PST by Aquinasfan (Isaiah 22:22, Rev 3:7, Mat 16:19)
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To: dukeman

132 posted on 12/01/2005 11:04:53 AM PST by george76 (Ward Churchill : Fake Indian, Fake Scholarship, and Fake Art)
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To: polymuser
Democrats like you to you have two mommies.

Democrats like mommies killing babies until we get a keeper.

Democrats like you having sex as soon as possible.

Democrats like to take lots of your money.

Democrats like no God, anywhere, ever.

Democrats give you condoms and abortions.

Democrats like you to be queer.

Democrats like Marxism.

Democrats like you to be lazy and ignorant.

Democrats never say it's your fault.

So good, it's worth repeating.

133 posted on 12/01/2005 11:05:09 AM PST by Aquinasfan (Isaiah 22:22, Rev 3:7, Mat 16:19)
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To: Paved Paradise

Here are a few "You might be a Democrat if..." links:
http://www.libertypost.org/cgi-bin/readart.cgi?ArtNum=118507
http://www.joke-archives.com/political/democrat.html
http://blogthings.com/democrat.html
http://www.theconversationcafe.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1646&goto=nextoldest


134 posted on 12/01/2005 11:08:57 AM PST by polymuser (Losing, like flooding, brings rats to the surface.)
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To: dukeman
After hearing for years that I should consider writing children's books, I finally decided to give it a try.

Something more suited to the author's ability.Of course,having been a democrat all her life,children's books are nothing new for her,what with the limited attention span and difficulty in grasping onto abstract concepts.Does anyone need any further proof that the democrats represent the nanny state?

135 posted on 12/01/2005 11:09:21 AM PST by hschliemann
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To: dukeman
Why Mommy Is a Democrat or I Should Have Aborted You When I Had the Chance
136 posted on 12/01/2005 11:11:08 AM PST by Juan Medén
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To: polymuser

hey THANKS!


137 posted on 12/01/2005 11:12:19 AM PST by Paved Paradise
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To: dukeman

holy brainwashing batman!


138 posted on 12/01/2005 11:13:27 AM PST by lawgirl (Y'all don't wanna hear me, ya just wanna dance....)
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To: COBOL2Java

 

Quite frankly, "Mommy" looks like a Vulcan squirrel.


139 posted on 12/01/2005 11:16:19 AM PST by Fintan (Really, it's only a fever blister.)
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To: dukeman
"Democrats make sure we all share our toys, just like Mommy does."

Translation: ...Mommy's a slut.

"Democrats make sure we are always safe, just like Mommy does."

Translation: Mommy keeps a supply of condoms.

"Democrats make sure children can go to school, just like Mommy does."

Translation: Mommy's having a hard time with 8th grade...

140 posted on 12/01/2005 11:16:51 AM PST by Redbob
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