The politics of cleavage and capris; Put the same vigor into descriptions of men in politics and government.(NEWS)(The Reader's Rep: Opinion Exchange)

From: Star Tribune (Minneapolis, MN) | Date: August 19, 2007| Author: Parry, Kate | Copyright information

Byline: Kate Parry; Staff Writer

The buzz after Sen. Hillary Clinton's speech on the U.S. Senate floor in July was about how her V-neck allowed for a tiny glimpse of cleavage. After a recent presidential debate with John Edwards and Barack Obama, the chatter was all about their lighthearted critique of Clinton's jacket.

Controversy over Clinton's fashion choices, what they mean and whether they merit coverage has consumed far more newsprint and air time than ...

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