Childless Cat Ladies
Derrick Anderson Fake Family
Trump Divorce and Single Motherhood
Trump and Infidelity
JD Vance says parents should have more votes
Kamala Harris isn't a real parent
Teachers Without Kids are Disturbing
Taylor Swift Endorsement
Project 2025 and Contraception
Crisis Pregnancy Centers
Only One Kind of Family
Donald Trump and J.D. Vance have positioned themselves as champions of a pro-family agenda, emphasizing traditional family values and parental rights. However, their alignment with Project 2025 reveals a contradiction: while advocating for families, they support policies that would allow religious exemptions from covering birth control. Vance has notably drawn criticism for his derogatory remarks about "childless cat ladies," suggesting that those without children lack a legitimate stake in society. Meanwhile, Trump's own history of multiple divorces and the GOP's tendency to present curated images of "ideal" families further complicate their family-oriented narrative, highlighting a disconnect between rhetoric and reality.
JD Vance and Childless Cat Ladies
Republican vice presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance has faced backlash for calling prominent Democrats "childless cat ladies," which many interpreted as a sexist insult. His comments, made during a 2021 interview, suggested that Democrats are unhappy and want to impose their misery on others, claiming they lack a "direct stake" in the country. The remarks resurfaced recently, provoking a wave of criticism from women and public figures, including Vice President Kamala Harris, who highlighted the inaccuracy of Vance’s claims about childless Democrats. Critics, including actress Jennifer Aniston and former Rep. Gabby Giffords, condemned the use of "cat lady" as derogatory, arguing it disrespects women who do not have children, whether by choice or circumstance. Vance defended his statements as criticisms of the Democratic Party rather than individuals, but the controversy is likely to alienate single women voters, a key demographic.
Weird Childless Republican Derrick Anderson Poses With Fake Family
Virginia congressional candidate Derrick Anderson has faced backlash for using photos of a friend’s wife and three daughters in his campaign, leading critics to accuse him of misleadingly portraying them as his own family. The images, shared in a campaign video, quickly went viral, prompting Anderson's campaign to clarify that the women and children were supporters, not his family. Despite his denial, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee condemned Anderson for employing "deceitful" tactics to present a family image, particularly as he attempts to mask controversial views. This incident adds to the scrutiny surrounding his campaign, which is his second attempt to secure a seat in Virginia’s 7th District.
Donald Trump and his Divorce, and No-fault Divorce
Donald Trump and Divorce
Donald and Ivana Trump divorced in 1990 after 15 years of marriage. The split was largely attributed to Donald Trump's affair with Marla Maples, which became public and caused significant strain in their relationship. Additionally, there were reports of growing tensions and disagreements over business and lifestyle choices. The divorce was highly publicized and involved a significant financial settlement for Ivana, including a substantial amount of alimony.
Penalizing Single Mothers
Project 2025 seeks to implement policies that may complicate life for single mothers, though it does not directly mention no-fault divorce in its mandate. By potentially limiting access to essential resources like affordable childcare, healthcare, and housing assistance, the initiative could create additional barriers for single parents. Its focus on traditional family structures might marginalize single mothers, making it harder for them to navigate divorce and secure equitable custody and support arrangements. Ultimately, the implications of Project 2025 could significantly affect both policy and public perception regarding single motherhood.
Russian Asset and Conservative commentator Tim Pool discusses how no-fault divorce has destroyed men’s confidence in marriage.
Donald Trump and Infidelity
Donald Trump has been married three times.
Donald Trump was not only unfaithful to Ivana but also to Melania shortly after the birth of their son, Barron. His affair with Stormy Daniels is said to have occurred in 2006. This affair came to light in 2016 during the presidential campaign, revealing that Trump’s attorney, Michael Cohen, paid Daniels $130,000 just before the election to prevent her from disclosing the affair. This payment sparked considerable legal and political controversy. The Manhattan District Attorney's office launched an investigation into the payment and its implications, including whether it constituted a felony. In March 2023, Trump was indicted on charges related to the falsification of business records linked to the payment, marking a significant legal development in the ongoing scrutiny of his actions.
Here’s a timeline of Donald Trump's marriages and divorces:
1. Ivana Trump (1977-1992)
- Married: April 7, 1977
- Divorced: December 1990
- Children: Donald Jr., Ivanka, Eric
2. Marla Maples (1993-1999)
- Married: December 20, 1993
- Divorced: June 8, 1999
- Child: Tiffany
3. Melania Trump (2005-present)
- Married: January 22, 2005
- Child: Barron
JD Vance says Parents should have more votes than non-parents
JD Vance's proposal to give parents an extra vote for each child has sparked debate, as it could be seen as unconstitutional and logistically challenging. Critics raise questions about how to handle scenarios involving estranged parents, stepchildren, and noncitizen families, highlighting the complexities of implementing such a system. While Vance claimed his idea was just a "thought experiment," the discussion prompts consideration of which groups might benefit, with Mormons, known for larger families and conservative voting patterns, being a notable example. Overall, the proposal's implications for voter dynamics and representation are complex and multifaceted.
Kamala Harris isn't a "real parent"
Vice President Kamala Harris has come under scrutiny from Ohio Sen. JD Vance, who dismissed her as "childless" despite her role as a stepparent. Vance’s comments reflect a narrow view of parenting that prioritizes biological ties, a stance echoed in Project 2025’s “Family Agenda,” which promotes traditional family structures and marginalizes LGBTQ+ and nonbiological parents. This perspective overlooks the reality of diverse family dynamics, as many children in the U.S. are raised by stepparents, grandparents, or through assisted reproduction. Research shows that strong attachments can develop between children and nonbiological parents, which are crucial for children's well-being, especially in challenging circumstances. The article argues that instead of devaluing these relationships, policymakers should focus on supporting all forms of parenting to enhance children's welfare.
“The Family Agenda. The Secretary’s anti discrimination policy statements should never conflate sex with gender identity or sexual orientation. Rather, the Secretary should proudly state that men and women are biological realities that are crucial to the advancement of life sciences and medical care and that married men and women are the ideal, natural family structure because all children have a right to be raised by the men and women who conceived them” (p. 489)
JD Vance says Teachers without Kids are Disturbing
In a recently resurfaced audio clip from 2021, Vance expressed his discomfort with childless educators while speaking to the Center for Christian Virtue, an Ohio policy group. He specifically referenced Randi Weingarten, the head of the American Federation of Teachers, saying, “If she wants to brainwash and destroy the minds of children, she should have some of her own and leave ours the hell alone.” Vance, who has three biological children, stated that this situation “disorients” and “disturbs” him.
Unearthed audio: JD Vance says teachers who do not have biological children “disorient and really disturb” him: “She should have some of her own [children]” pic.twitter.com/Rqx2PLfjT5
— Kamala HQ (@KamalaHQ) August 27, 2024
Taylor Swift Endorsement
Trump spread a fake Taylor Swift endorsement
Former President Donald Trump recently shared AI-generated images on his Truth Social account, featuring women in "Swifties for Trump" t-shirts, along with a fabricated endorsement from Taylor Swift. This post followed the cancellation of Swift's Vienna concerts due to security concerns, which Trump claimed drove her fans toward his campaign. Swift, who has not endorsed any candidate in the current election, previously supported Joe Biden in 2020 and has criticized Trump. Some images in Trump's post were clearly marked as satire, prompting claims that Trump understood the joke. The post included a mix of AI-generated content and genuine photos of a Trump supporter, Jenna Piwowarczyk, who expressed that young female voters shouldn't have to choose between their love for Swift and conservative values.
Trump: "I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT"
— Voice of Reason (@raggapegs) September 16, 2024
The guy is running to be President of the United States. Let that sink in. #TrumpIsALaughingStock pic.twitter.com/1XHNsuQO0S
Taylor Swift's Actual Kamala Endorsement
Project 2025 and Contraception
Provide educational information on healthy marriage and relationships at Title X family planning clinics. HHS should require clinics it funds under Title X (family planning) to provide information to customers about the importance of marriage to family and personal well-being and refer them to available federal, state, and nonprofit marriage resources. (p. 480)
CDC should update its public messaging about the unsurpassed effectiveness of modern fertility awareness–based methods (FABMs) of family planning and stop publishing communications that conflate such methods with the long-eclipsed “rhythm” or “calendar” methods. CDC should fund studies exploring the evidence-based methods used in cutting-edge fertility awareness (p. 455)
Restore Trump religious and moral exemptions to the contraceptive mandate (also a CMS rule). HHS should rescind, if finalized, the regulation titled “Coverage of Certain Preventive Services Under the Affordable Care Act,” proposed jointly by HHS, Treasury, and Labor. This rule proposes to amend Trump-era final rules regarding religious and moral exemptions and accommodations for coverage of certain preventive services under the ACA. Preventive services include contraception, and it appears the proposed rule would change the existing regulations for religious and moral exemptions to the ACA’s contraception mandate. There is no need for further rulemaking that curtails existing exemptions and accommodations. (p. 483-484)
The Ensuring Accurate and Complete Abortion Data Reporting Act of 20239 would amend title XIX of the Social Security Act and Public Health Service Act to improve the CDC’s abortion reporting mechanisms by requiring states, as a condition of federal Medicaid payments for family planning services, to report streamlined variables in a timely manner. (p. 456)
Require HRSA to use rulemaking to update the women’s preventive services mandate. The contraceptive mandate issued under Obamacare has been the source of years of egregious attacks on many Americans’ religious and moral beliefs. The mandate was issued as part of the women’s preventive services guidelines, which were issued without any rulemaking that involved public notice and an opportunity to comment. Instead, HRSA issued and changed the mandate by simply posting changes to its website. HRSA also started off not requiring coverage of fertility awareness–based methods of family planning, then requiring them, and then removing the requirement without notifying the public. A federal judge recently ruled that this failure to undergo notice and comment in issuing the mandate is unlawful. HRSA should be required to repromulgate any women’s preventive services mandates through the notice and comment process that is compliant with the Administrative Procedures Act. (p. 484)
Crisis Pregnancy Centers
Crisis Pregnancy Centers hurt women by spreading misinformation, such as “Abortion causes breast cancer, sterility, death” and “Condoms are not effective against STDs and pregnancy”
In 2013, the North Carolina General Assembly approved direct appropriation of taxpayer dollars to these fake clinics—allocating $250,000 in the state budget. That number has gone up each budget cycle, with over $18 million earmarked for these anti-abortion fake clinics in the 2021-2023 state budget.
The North Carolina General Assembly also passed a law requiring these anti-abortion fake clinics be listed on a North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services referral website. They often set up in low-income communities and around colleges and universities, taking advantage of people who have traditionally lacked access to quality healthcare and health insurance. Additionally, they will set up near actual abortion clinics and have similar names in an effort to confuse, intimidate, and harass patients and providers.
Because crisis pregnancy centers are not legitimate clinics, patients there have no legal guarantee that their private information will be protected. Since crisis pregnancy centers are simply private businesses, they do not have to follow the regulations and guidelines that actual health care providers do
Crisis Pregnancy Center in Lincoln NE - Jno.skinner, CC BY-SA 4.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0>, via Wikimedia Commons
The DOJ engaged in conduct to chill the free speech rights of parents across the United States in response to supposed “threats” against school boards, yet it failed to engage in any concerted campaign to protect the rights of Americans who actually were terrorized by acts of violence like those perpetrated against pregnancy care centers. (p. 546)
The FBI harasses protesting parents (branded “domestic terrorists” by some partisans) while working diligently to shut down politically disfavored speech on the pretext of its being “misinformation” or “disinformation.” A department that prosecutes FACE Act cases while ignoring dozens of violent attacks on pregnancy care centers and/or the coordinated violation of laws that prohibit attempts to intimidate Supreme Court Justices by parading outside of their homes23 has clearly lost its way. A department that has twice engaged in covert domestic election interference and propaganda operations—the Russian collusion hoax in 2016 and the Hunter Biden laptop suppression in 2020—is a threat to the Republic. (p. 548)