Star-Telegram Notices Similarities between Nelson, Palin

In case you missed it, check out my interview with the Star-Telegram's J.R. Labbe. I had a great talk with her about juggling motherhood and politics, given the national discussion surrounding Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. My five children were ages 3-10 when I was first elected to the State Board of Education in the 80s and ages 7-14 when I first joing the Senate. I faced some of the very same questions that are being put to Governor Palin and am quite frankly surprised that they continue to be asked. If we disqualify every mother in American from serving in public office, we would not reach the potential as a nation, state, and community.