NEW YORK ¨C If you doubt that the politics of identity have triumphed over the debate over ideas, read the Sept. 28 New York Times story about how ¡°Carly Fiorina Both Repels and Enthralls Liberal Feminists.¡±
Identity politics is the marketing of and resulting support of candidates based on their historically underprivileged status. Never mind what I believe or claim I¡¯ll do if I win. Vote for me, gay males, because I am one of you! Vote for me, black women, because it¡¯s time for a black woman!
Or: vote for me, white liberals, because I¡¯ll heal the rifts of sexism and/or racism.
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