I’ve seen a lot of political attack ads in my time where the truth is twisted or distorted. However, John McCain’s ad regarding Barack Obama and sex education is an outright lie and an insult to the thousands of victims of sexual abuse. The ad states that Obama’s one legislative accomplishment in the Illinois legislature was sponsoring sexual education for kindergartners. In actuality, the legislation was aimed at providing awareness of inappropriate touching and sexual predators. This program, which teaches children in an age appropriate fashion, the difference between good touch and bad touch. This is part of a nationwide effort to prevent further child sex abuse. If children know the difference between an affectionate hug and a sexual touch, they are more likely to feel empowered to tell their parents who in turn can call law enforcement.
I’m outraged that McCain would stoop so low as to lie when it comes to protecting our children. I would hope that every victim of sexual abuse as well as those of us fighting to protect children from sexual predators would let McCain know this is an absolute outrage and demand an apology. Perhaps he could donate the money spent on the vicious ad to donate to a non profit for children.
Obviously, John McCain doesn’t have a clue about the pain and trauma caused by sexual abuse. But, is he that out of touch that he doesn’t realize the further pain he’s caused victims?
I guess that’s family values for you.