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.
Because to be a Democrat requires no more mental capacity than a housecat.
Yes, and if Johnny has three toys, Mommy will take one and give it to someone else. Thus teaching Johnny that there is no such thing as private property, and that it is ok to take things from people if your heart is in the right place.
"Democrats spend other people's money, just like Mommy does."
"Democrats hit the open bar and wake up in bed with Howard Dean, just like Mommy does."
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