A different perspective on Joe Biden [View all]
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I seldom post, but always read DU and love the passion and interaction here. My mother was born and raised in Wilkes Barre PA and is Irish Catholic. She and Joe are the same age. When I saw the forehead to forehead shots of him as well as the shoulder touching, it hit me. My mom does exactly the same thing -- with friends, relatives, neighbors, my friends -- everybody. She'll reach out and hold your hand if she thinks you need it. She gives unsolicted neck rubs. She's an all-time space invader. So here's my question: would these same women who were uncomfortable and offended by Joe's space invasion feel the same way about my mom, Mary's actions if they were the recipient of her unasked for hug, etc.?
I know it's out there a bit, but I was wondering how much is this a gender as opposed to space invasion issue?
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