In response to Wednesday's letter to the editor written by James G., you failed to understand an important point, James. I agree with you that Paul's claim of racism in regard to Joe Wilson's remarks is unfounded and silly. I also agree that Paul's slander of the Republican Party in reference to ACORN was unjustified. But when it comes to the issue of Republicans being rapists for not passing "some bill," you showed a complete lack of knowledge about the subject.
Al Franken did propose a bill that bans firms like Halliburton from doing business with the government if they retain contract stipulations that prevent employees from suing the company (even if raped by co-workers). The only people who voted against the bill were 30 Republicans. Their reason for voting no was based on their misguided idea of what Congress' job is. There is no debate for this issue, James.
If the Republicans who voted against that bill aren't rapists, then they most certainly condone rape. The Republicans don't need Paul's smear campaign. They've done a fine job smearing themselves. So yes, James - because Republicans didn't vote for "some bill," they do support rape.
