Former Democratic vice presidential nominee Geraldine Ferraro claims that Barack Obama's success is attributable not to his skills as a politician or his ability to reach out and connect with voters but rather his membership in one of America's most favored groups: black males. Ms. Ferraro said: "If Obama was a white man, he would not be in this position. and if he was a woman (of any color) he would not be in this position. He happens to be very lucky to be who he is. And the country is caught up in the concept." Ferraro's comments are despicable but especially so when one recalls that she was selected as Walter Mondale's running mate in 1984 not based on her accomplishments - she was a congresswoman of no particular consequence - but based solely on the politics of gender. Needless to say, Obama has proved his substance and worthiness by waging a campaign that has garnered widespread support.
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