Some political blogs have dubbed Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin "Caribou Barbie," a likely comment on both her appearance and fondness for hunting. The satirical blog Wonkette has already created a "Caribou Barbie" tag, and liberal blogger Tbogg has taken to using it as a permanent nickname for the candidate.
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Fast Facts
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Palin's parents were hunting caribou when they heard their daughter would be the party's nomineeCBS News: Palin's Parents Told To Listen To Radio (August 29, 2008)
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Several critiques made against Palin have been deemed sexist by bloggers and activistsSarah Palin Sexism Watch: A Tale of Two Us Covers (September 3, 2008)
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Some are tracing the origin of the term to talk show host Stephanie MillerThe Stranger: Slog: “Caribou Barbie” (September 4, 2008)
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