Watch Both Kathleen's and you will have an answer

First off, I am a Vinehout supporter. I like a lot about our entire 'crop' of candidates. Vinehout, however is the only one with a broad base of appeal. Falk has a union and grassroots problems. She was not on the frontlines of the collective bargaining battle, Vinehout was. It is important to have a candidate borne of the movement for democracy in our state. When our state was in the midst of the first round of recalls it was Vinehout who went to the other districts and rallied the "troops". At the time the Walker recall was only a distant hope. Yes Vinehout is a lot more middle of the road than Falk, but if you think that a "Madison Liberal" will get votes from disatisfied Republicans and independents...someone hasn't been paying attention.

NARAL and Falk are currently so entertwined against Vinehout that many see Falk as synonymous with single issue voting and a very divisive approach. This is not a positive. As a woman I am absolutely disgusted by the nationwide assault on women's rights in the work place and the ability to make decisions about my own body. I have, however, followed Vinehout's career. She is more conservative than I on some issues, but she also has refused to allow social justice issues to be eclipsed by the GOP obsession with women's health. Neither NARAL, Emily's List or the Right to Life Groups support her. Neither side owns her or her decision. I do have confidence in Vinehout's promise of "safe, legal and accessible" when it comes to abortion and birth control.

I know the oft repeated phrase used by some is that no one knows Vinehout. Go to an event where both women speak. The difference is obvious. These are unique times. Anyone who has been interested in the recall wants a good look at both candidates. Time and again, Vinehout stands out for her commitment and passion. Wisconsin needs someone who can not only win, but continue to light the flame of democracy. The nation watches. We need more than an easy win. Wisconsin must risk a candidate who inspires if our effort is to be more than a flash in the pan. It takes courage to make history.