More fodder for Hillary Haters: She lands coveted Streisand endorsement

[geek tragedy]

http://blogs.suntimes.com/sweet/2007/11/sweet_extra_barbra_streisand_e.html

Legendary filmmaker, artist, and Democratic activist, Barbra Streisand, today endorsed Hillary Clinton for President. Streisand cited Clinton’s ability to bring about change and the historic nature of her campaign as reasons why she is supporting Hillary’s candidacy.


"Madame President of the United States...it’s an extraordinary thought. We truly are in a momentous time, where a woman’s potential has no limitations," said Streisand. "Hillary Clinton has already proven to a generation of women that there are no limits for success. She is driven by her passion for public service and her belief in the enormous potential of our country. Smart, capable and strong in her convictions, Hillary has transcended the dictates of what is thought to be possible for our time.


"Hillary is a powerful voice for change as we find our country at an important crossroads. Under her leadership, our country will regain its respect within the global community. She will prioritize issues of global climate change, universal health care and rebuilding a strong economy. After 8 long years, the public will once again have faith in their government.


"Another former first lady, Eleanor Roosevelt once wrote, ‘In government, in business, and in the professions there may be a day when women will be looked upon as persons. We are, however, far from that day as yet.’ More than 50 years later 'that day' is now upon us…and Hillary Clinton is ready to shatter through that glass ceiling for all women."


Streisand has been working on behalf of Democratic candidates for over forty years, performing at fundraisers and participating in campaign events. In addition, the Streisand Foundation has raised millions for causes including the environment, women’s equality as well as human and civil rights and liberties.


"I’m honored to have Barbra’s support," said Clinton. "Barbra has used her immense talent to be an advocate for truth, justice, and fairness and I deeply appreciate her confidence in my candidacy as we work together to change the direction of our nation."


Barbra Streisand is a singer, theatre and film actress, composer, film producer and director. She has won Oscars for Best Actress and Best Original Song as well as multiple Emmy Awards, Grammy Awards, and Golden Globe Awards. She is considered one of the most commercially and critically successful female entertainers in modern history

[Cameron27]

1. It's a great endorsement,

why would anyone use it against her?

[geek tragedy]

2. Think about Clinton's perceived flaws and compare them

to Streisand's perceived flaws.

[cuke]

4. "Gay people love her" is a flaw?

I'm not getting this

[geek tragedy]

8. Nothing to do with gay people, everything to do

with sharp, edgy, polarizing images.

[cuke]

10. Babs is "sharp, edgy, polarizing"????

Only to the posters on FreeRepublic.

[YOY]

9. Does it involve "skin like butta?" and the vaunted Linda Richman vote???

[cuke]

3. Obamalogic?

Don't ask me to explain. They're getting harder and harder to understand with each passing day

[saracat]

5. Thank God.No one does more to tank a candidate than Streisand!

I am so pleased the dreaded endorsement went to Hillary! Now the other Dems are safe.:rofl: :rofl:

[sandnsea]

7. I know, lol

They are so out of touch with the way regular people think.

[ilovesunshine]

11. Out of touch? Like Oprah...

[sandnsea]

12. lololol, nice try

I don't even like Oprah, I love Barbara - but I also know Barbara Streisand's endorsement is nothing to covet.

[ilovesunshine]

14. Wow, that's what I thought when Oprah endorsed Obama...

[sandnsea]

15. Objectivity

Try it some time.

[pauldg0]

20. She's doomed- now vote for John Edwards.

Sort of like getting your picture on sports illustrated....If you do, your doomed!!!!

[Benhurst]

6. As Barbara Streisand goes

so goes James Brolin.

[Cha]

19. I like Barbra but

nobody's perfect.

[K Gardner]

13. Coveted?? It's not an Oscar. It's the Clinton's BFF saying what everybody

knew she would say. No surprise there. No big bounce either.

[monmouth]

16. Whew, thought it was Babs Bush there for minute.....

[CreekDog]

17. Okay, but I still like her (Hillary)

teehee

Are you aghast if I'm not a fan of Barbra? :o

[Cha]

18. Way to start a fucking flamebait..

you and your "hillary haters" meme are such fucking victims.

[polichick]

21. Well, who else would Barbra endorse?! nt

[Nedsdag]

24. No kidding!

She's practically family. She's stayed over at the Lincoln Bedroom and participated in the Clinton Global Initiative.

This endorsement comes as no surprise. Sadly, we all know why Clinton's people released this bit of news: to stop the Oprah/Obama talk.

[FREEWILL56]

22. More fodder for poor me supporters.

[Bitwit1234]

23. Not that I don't just love Streisand but all these endorsements

Oprah for Obama and all those for Hillary, don't mean too much except the person supports them. IT is the people who will make up their minds and I think they have their sights on HIllary. And I would have loved for it to be Edwards.