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The Not So Typical
Author: wickedpam
Date: 09/09/2009 12:35:14
Most people know that I am a bit of a geek about pop culture, most notably television. In this upcoming TV viewing season among all the new sci-fi shows, the primetime soaps and the rehashing of bad 90s programming there is a show that caught my eye: The Good Wife.
The premise of the show is simple; a politician gets caught in a scandal and his wife, a former attorney, is forced back to work when her husband is accused of all sorts of improprieties all the while standing by him. Well at least that’s what the commercials tell me. I don’t know whether this is going to be a good show or not, but what I find interesting is how often we’ve seen a new version of “the good wife” in the past few years.
The typical “good wife” that we think of is the woman who stands there with a stoic look on her face as her husband either apologies for anything he might have done, or resigns, or denies that he did anything wrong. Yes Suzanne Craig I’m looking at you.
Probably the most recent scandals have been Governor Mark Sanford and Senator John Ensign. Sure we all can chuckle at the lurid and sometimes insipid details of their actions, but what about the wives?
I actually feel bad for a lot of these women. I don’t know what they wanted in their everyday life, or what goals and dreams they have, but I don’t think being put under a microscope because of the actions of someone they loved and trusted was one of them. It’s interesting though; a lot these women have not reacted in typical “good wife” fashion.
The aforementioned Governor Sanford’s wife issued a statement about "resurrecting" her marriage, moved out the Governor’s mansion, and took their kids back home to Sullivan’s Island, SC. The much respected and beloved Elizabeth Edwards channeled her energy into her children, a book, and new furniture business. She doesn’t sugarcoat that she and John have marital issues but she keeps living her life. Dina McGreevey has been in the midst of a nasty divorce and custody battle. Hillary Clinton focused on becoming a formidable political force of her own. And Patty Blagoavich spent two weeks on a reality show in a Costa Rican jungle to get her voice out there and over the din of the craziness her life had become.
I’m glad that we’re finally seeing reactions that reflect real life (well mostly). Yes, some marriages can be worked out and saved after a scandal, but some can’t. It’s refreshing to see that those are not being swept under the carpet and kept quiet like they used to be. It’s good to see strong woman in the world of politics (whether they hold office or not) not feel like they have to play the old fashioned “good wife”.
The premise of the show is simple; a politician gets caught in a scandal and his wife, a former attorney, is forced back to work when her husband is accused of all sorts of improprieties all the while standing by him. Well at least that’s what the commercials tell me. I don’t know whether this is going to be a good show or not, but what I find interesting is how often we’ve seen a new version of “the good wife” in the past few years.
The typical “good wife” that we think of is the woman who stands there with a stoic look on her face as her husband either apologies for anything he might have done, or resigns, or denies that he did anything wrong. Yes Suzanne Craig I’m looking at you.
Probably the most recent scandals have been Governor Mark Sanford and Senator John Ensign. Sure we all can chuckle at the lurid and sometimes insipid details of their actions, but what about the wives?
I actually feel bad for a lot of these women. I don’t know what they wanted in their everyday life, or what goals and dreams they have, but I don’t think being put under a microscope because of the actions of someone they loved and trusted was one of them. It’s interesting though; a lot these women have not reacted in typical “good wife” fashion.
The aforementioned Governor Sanford’s wife issued a statement about "resurrecting" her marriage, moved out the Governor’s mansion, and took their kids back home to Sullivan’s Island, SC. The much respected and beloved Elizabeth Edwards channeled her energy into her children, a book, and new furniture business. She doesn’t sugarcoat that she and John have marital issues but she keeps living her life. Dina McGreevey has been in the midst of a nasty divorce and custody battle. Hillary Clinton focused on becoming a formidable political force of her own. And Patty Blagoavich spent two weeks on a reality show in a Costa Rican jungle to get her voice out there and over the din of the craziness her life had become.
I’m glad that we’re finally seeing reactions that reflect real life (well mostly). Yes, some marriages can be worked out and saved after a scandal, but some can’t. It’s refreshing to see that those are not being swept under the carpet and kept quiet like they used to be. It’s good to see strong woman in the world of politics (whether they hold office or not) not feel like they have to play the old fashioned “good wife”.
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Comment by 
velveeta jones on 09/09/2009 13:11:00
velveeta jones on 09/09/2009 13:11:00
Morning. Ug. How long can I keep up this crazy schedule. 4 hours of sleep a night.
Comment by 
Will in Chicago on 09/09/2009 13:21:39
VJ, I am sorry to hear this. I hope that you will get more sleep soon. Have you seen a doctor?
Good morning, bloggers. I am checking in before heading out for a sub assignment.
Will in Chicago on 09/09/2009 13:21:39
Quote by velveeta jones:
Morning. Ug. How long can I keep up this crazy schedule. 4 hours of sleep a night.
VJ, I am sorry to hear this. I hope that you will get more sleep soon. Have you seen a doctor?
Good morning, bloggers. I am checking in before heading out for a sub assignment.
Comment by 
Scoopster on 09/09/2009 13:38:00
Scoopster on 09/09/2009 13:38:00
Mornin' all!
So yesterday we got a boil water advisory from the county water authority - they found e.coli contamination. Fantastic! I've got five loads of laundry to do.. I suppose I can still do the whites since they're hot water wash. I didn't shave or shower (hoo boy), and brushed my teeth with a bottle of Poland Spring.
Still.. I'm thinking they caught it late because I FEEL LIKE SHIT.
So yesterday we got a boil water advisory from the county water authority - they found e.coli contamination. Fantastic! I've got five loads of laundry to do.. I suppose I can still do the whites since they're hot water wash. I didn't shave or shower (hoo boy), and brushed my teeth with a bottle of Poland Spring.
Still.. I'm thinking they caught it late because I FEEL LIKE SHIT.
Comment by 
wickedpam on 09/09/2009 13:41:31
wickedpam on 09/09/2009 13:41:31
meh.
Its not great but I finally got something up for a blog post.
Morning btw
Its not great but I finally got something up for a blog post.
Morning btw
Comment by velveeta jones on 09/09/2009 13:41:33
Will, my doctor will only recommend that I get rid of the 12 year old girl living in my house and change my late night job.
velveeta jones on 09/09/2009 13:41:33
Quote by Will in Phoenix:Quote by velveeta jones:
Morning. Ug. How long can I keep up this crazy schedule. 4 hours of sleep a night.
VJ, I am sorry to hear this. I hope that you will get more sleep soon. Have you seen a doctor?
Good morning, bloggers. I am checking in before heading out for a sub assignment.
Will, my doctor will only recommend that I get rid of the 12 year old girl living in my house and change my late night job.
Comment by wickedpam on 09/09/2009 13:47:20
wickedpam on 09/09/2009 13:47:20
No person except a natural born Citizen, or a Citizen of the United States, at the time of the Adoption of this Constitution, shall be eligible to the Office of President; neither shall any Person be eligible to that Office who shall not have attained to the Age of thirty-five Years, and been fourteen Years a Resident within the United States.
Where does it say both your parents have to be citizens?
Where does it say both your parents have to be citizens?
Comment by 
Raine on 09/09/2009 14:05:53
Raine on 09/09/2009 14:05:53
Good Morning! I am home!! (for now -- off to pick up the Kizzer from Uncle Stanny's in a few )
Very cool blog today Mala -- interesting perspective that I hadn't really thought about.
Very cool blog today Mala -- interesting perspective that I hadn't really thought about.
Comment by 
BobR on 09/09/2009 14:07:55
BobR on 09/09/2009 14:07:55
Good job this morning Mala!
Comment by wickedpam on 09/09/2009 14:10:03
wickedpam on 09/09/2009 14:10:03
aaww thanks ya'll - no where near up to the great posts we usually have
Glad your home safe!
Glad your home safe!
Comment by wickedpam on 09/09/2009 14:12:10
wickedpam on 09/09/2009 14:12:10
bbl - meeting for new project!
Comment by Raine on 09/09/2009 14:12:44
Raine on 09/09/2009 14:12:44
Comment by velveeta jones on 09/09/2009 14:12:57
velveeta jones on 09/09/2009 14:12:57
Comment by Raine on 09/09/2009 14:23:21
Raine on 09/09/2009 14:23:21
Comment by 
TriSec on 09/09/2009 14:50:11
You too?
What's going on around here?
Milford had a boil order for most of August, and Gloucester has been boiling water for the past 10 days...
Must be terrorists. It's the only explanation for that sort of thing.
TriSec on 09/09/2009 14:50:11
Quote by Scoopster:
Mornin' all!
So yesterday we got a boil water advisory from the county water authority - they found e.coli contamination. Fantastic! I've got five loads of laundry to do.. I suppose I can still do the whites since they're hot water wash. I didn't shave or shower (hoo boy), and brushed my teeth with a bottle of Poland Spring.
Still.. I'm thinking they caught it late because I FEEL LIKE SHIT.
You too?
What's going on around here?
Milford had a boil order for most of August, and Gloucester has been boiling water for the past 10 days...
Must be terrorists. It's the only explanation for that sort of thing.
Comment by velveeta jones on 09/09/2009 15:06:16
velveeta jones on 09/09/2009 15:06:16
Comment by Scoopster on 09/09/2009 15:27:07
Scoopster on 09/09/2009 15:27:07
Comment by 
livingonli on 09/09/2009 15:29:08
livingonli on 09/09/2009 15:29:08
Good morning everyone. 
I got 7 1/2 hours sleep last night but I still feel like shit.
I got 7 1/2 hours sleep last night but I still feel like shit.
Comment by livingonli on 09/09/2009 15:39:03
livingonli on 09/09/2009 15:39:03
What if the Kardashians were kidnapped by the Cardassians?
Comment by wickedpam on 09/09/2009 15:46:44
wickedpam on 09/09/2009 15:46:44
back from meetin' 
Comment by 
Mondobubba on 09/09/2009 15:53:33
Terrorists know as the GOP. Who, for the past 30 years have been ignoring critical infrastructure spending. Yeah, government can't do anything! Except for deliver water, maintain sewer systems, provide public libraries, 24/7 police, fire and rescue services and provide criminal and civil courts.
Mondobubba on 09/09/2009 15:53:33
Quote by TriSec:Quote by Scoopster:
Mornin' all!
So yesterday we got a boil water advisory from the county water authority - they found e.coli contamination. Fantastic! I've got five loads of laundry to do.. I suppose I can still do the whites since they're hot water wash. I didn't shave or shower (hoo boy), and brushed my teeth with a bottle of Poland Spring.
Still.. I'm thinking they caught it late because I FEEL LIKE SHIT.
You too?
What's going on around here?
Milford had a boil order for most of August, and Gloucester has been boiling water for the past 10 days...
Must be terrorists. It's the only explanation for that sort of thing.
Terrorists know as the GOP. Who, for the past 30 years have been ignoring critical infrastructure spending. Yeah, government can't do anything! Except for deliver water, maintain sewer systems, provide public libraries, 24/7 police, fire and rescue services and provide criminal and civil courts.
Comment by TriSec on 09/09/2009 16:12:08
TriSec on 09/09/2009 16:12:08
I am on the verge of ditching the Boston Globe as a news source.
Boston.com is full of useless puffery. I suppose that's what happens when friggin' Noo Yawkuz buy a Boston icon.
Boston.com is full of useless puffery. I suppose that's what happens when friggin' Noo Yawkuz buy a Boston icon.
Comment by Scoopster on 09/09/2009 16:27:29
It's not like the Times is any better when they're truncating quotes so much that the actual context disappears.
Scoopster on 09/09/2009 16:27:29
Quote by TriSec:
I am on the verge of ditching the Boston Globe as a news source.
Boston.com is full of useless puffery. I suppose that's what happens when friggin' Noo Yawkuz buy a Boston icon.
It's not like the Times is any better when they're truncating quotes so much that the actual context disappears.
Comment by Raine on 09/09/2009 16:39:41
This is actually very good news. I would rather have Dodd on the Banking, Housing & Urban Affairs Cmte. I mean seriously -- are there lots Urban Affair issues in SD?
Raine on 09/09/2009 16:39:41
Quote by Scoopster:
Dodd steps aside, Sen. Harkin to gain chairmanship of Health Committee
Comment by Mondobubba on 09/09/2009 16:57:22
Mondobubba on 09/09/2009 16:57:22
Oy, my eyes are crossing from the multiple online job apps! 
Time for a little play then a ride down to the lye-berry :spit TING! spittoon olde timey:
Time for a little play then a ride down to the lye-berry :spit TING! spittoon olde timey:
Comment by Raine on 09/09/2009 16:57:35
Raine on 09/09/2009 16:57:35
Comment by BobR on 09/09/2009 17:07:42
BobR on 09/09/2009 17:07:42
Comment by Raine on 09/09/2009 17:10:38
Raine on 09/09/2009 17:10:38
Glenn Beck on Life Support?
Very interesting regarding who exactly is left advertising on his show.
What's interesting now, though, is who's moving into all that empty space. Rupert Murdoch, who owns FOX, also owns The Wall Street Journal. From his perspective, using the unsalable time on Beck's show to promote another of his properties is good synergy -- but it's also a way of tapping the WSJ's ad budget to prop up Beck until (he hopes) this blows over. Murdoch's stubborn, but he's not known for patience -- and odds are good he won't be willing to do that indefinitely.
Very interesting regarding who exactly is left advertising on his show.
Comment by livingonli on 09/09/2009 18:15:36
You and Velveeta had a mind meld. But he also feels gay marriage is so bad. That's why he is cheating on his wife and his mistress.
livingonli on 09/09/2009 18:15:36
You and Velveeta had a mind meld. But he also feels gay marriage is so bad. That's why he is cheating on his wife and his mistress.
Comment by Raine on 09/09/2009 18:27:37
Raine on 09/09/2009 18:27:37
Comment by Raine on 09/09/2009 18:28:55
Raine on 09/09/2009 18:28:55
Comment by Raine on 09/09/2009 18:31:41
Raine on 09/09/2009 18:31:41
Comment by Raine on 09/09/2009 18:44:54
the answer should literally be black and White to you Scoop...
Funny thing -- Obama gave the speech for free--- I betcha SOMEONE is paying for these kids to attend his speech.
Raine on 09/09/2009 18:44:54
Quote by Scoopster:
URGHGHGHGHGHGHG!
Funny thing -- Obama gave the speech for free--- I betcha SOMEONE is paying for these kids to attend his speech.
Comment by Scoopster on 09/09/2009 18:45:59
He's probably getting paid out the ass to speak too - more than the presidential salary for certain.
Scoopster on 09/09/2009 18:45:59
Quote by Raine:the answer should literally be black and White to you Scoop...Quote by Scoopster:
URGHGHGHGHGHGHG!
Funny thing -- Obama gave the speech for free--- I betcha SOMEONE is paying for these kids to attend his speech.
He's probably getting paid out the ass to speak too - more than the presidential salary for certain.
Comment by Raine on 09/09/2009 18:53:36
Raine on 09/09/2009 18:53:36
A handy little thing to bookmark:
Comment by Raine on 09/09/2009 19:34:22
Raine on 09/09/2009 19:34:22
From Mark Knoller (CBS) RE Tonite's Obama address:
He will discuss the 'public option' - the proposal for a government-run health insurance alternative to the private sector.
Sr. WH official says Obama still believes the 'public option' is the best way to expand choice & competition in health insurance.
We're told Obama blvs 'public option' is "the way to go" - but sees it as a means to an end - not an end in itself. (that last one is a good thing in my opinion -- despite how Knoller said it-- he can be a bit tooly at times)
And the effing Boehner opens up his trap:
In a e-mail to GOP supporters, House Republican Leader John Boehner says Americans dont want another h/c speech, they want another plan.
He will discuss the 'public option' - the proposal for a government-run health insurance alternative to the private sector.
Sr. WH official says Obama still believes the 'public option' is the best way to expand choice & competition in health insurance.
We're told Obama blvs 'public option' is "the way to go" - but sees it as a means to an end - not an end in itself. (that last one is a good thing in my opinion -- despite how Knoller said it-- he can be a bit tooly at times)
And the effing Boehner opens up his trap:
In a e-mail to GOP supporters, House Republican Leader John Boehner says Americans dont want another h/c speech, they want another plan.
Comment by Raine on 09/09/2009 19:36:31
Raine on 09/09/2009 19:36:31
Woah!
cbsandrewcohen All About Alito. Likely swing vote in campaign finance case hints during argument he's willing to limit fed restrictions on corp donations.
Comment by Scoopster on 09/09/2009 19:54:58
Scoopster on 09/09/2009 19:54:58
UGH.. the water authority is saying the county's water supply may not be thoroughly cleaned up until the weekend! 
Comment by Mondobubba on 09/09/2009 20:01:14
Speaking of that kinda nonsense, NPR had Newt on talking about healthcare reform this morning. I head a sound bit from the piece yesterday afternoon; Newt, 1994 called it's wants is tired rhetoric back.
Mondobubba on 09/09/2009 20:01:14
Quote by Raine:
From Mark Knoller (CBS) RE Tonite's Obama address:
He will discuss the 'public option' - the proposal for a government-run health insurance alternative to the private sector.
Sr. WH official says Obama still believes the 'public option' is the best way to expand choice & competition in health insurance.
We're told Obama blvs 'public option' is "the way to go" - but sees it as a means to an end - not an end in itself. (that last one is a good thing in my opinion -- despite how Knoller said it-- he can be a bit tooly at times)
And the effing Boehner opens up his trap:
In a e-mail to GOP supporters, House Republican Leader John Boehner says Americans dont want another h/c speech, they want another plan.
Speaking of that kinda nonsense, NPR had Newt on talking about healthcare reform this morning. I head a sound bit from the piece yesterday afternoon; Newt, 1994 called it's wants is tired rhetoric back.
Comment by Mondobubba on 09/09/2009 20:09:07
This both kinda gross and very cool at the same time.
Mondobubba on 09/09/2009 20:09:07
Quote by Scoopster:
New source for stem cells - cellulite from liposuction?
This both kinda gross and very cool at the same time.
Comment by Raine on 09/09/2009 20:14:29
Raine on 09/09/2009 20:14:29
Comment by Mondobubba on 09/09/2009 20:20:29
They don't seem to be practicing safe sex if her comments about him dripping out of her are any indication. Ewww?
Mondobubba on 09/09/2009 20:20:29
Quote by Raine:
Why -- She even took an ethics course!!!
They don't seem to be practicing safe sex if her comments about him dripping out of her are any indication. Ewww?
Comment by livingonli on 09/09/2009 20:25:07
You would think these married Republicans would want to use condoms. Even if they don't knock anyone up, what STD's are they passing along with their "activities"?
livingonli on 09/09/2009 20:25:07
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:
Why -- She even took an ethics course!!!
They don't seem to be practicing safe sex if her comments about him dripping out of her are any indication. Ewww?
You would think these married Republicans would want to use condoms. Even if they don't knock anyone up, what STD's are they passing along with their "activities"?
Comment by Raine on 09/09/2009 20:40:49
Raine on 09/09/2009 20:40:49
I am still grossed out at the drippage.
That dude is a pig.
That dude is a pig.
Comment by Raine on 09/09/2009 20:46:31
Raine on 09/09/2009 20:46:31
Ok, How come no one told me that Meaghan McCain was co-hosting the View? And how come no one told me she 
's Blago?
That said -- She is way better than Hassleback.
(btw-- I picked up this months Vanity Fair -- it is SO worth it! )
's Blago? That said -- She is way better than Hassleback.
(btw-- I picked up this months Vanity Fair -- it is SO worth it! )
Comment by Raine on 09/09/2009 21:14:41
Raine on 09/09/2009 21:14:41
I have heard that Obama is going to toss the GOP 'tort reform' tonite in return for the public option.
This could be brilliant. No-- I am not kidding. Medical Malpractice is such a tiny part of health care costs right now it isn't even funny -- but the GOP is making it a big deal, so I am thinking toss a little red meat, as long as we get the public option.
This could be brilliant. No-- I am not kidding. Medical Malpractice is such a tiny part of health care costs right now it isn't even funny -- but the GOP is making it a big deal, so I am thinking toss a little red meat, as long as we get the public option.