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rampartd

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48. they all used that in 2016

Fri Jul 18, 2025, 07:03 AM

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https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/decoding-cankles-controversy-hillary-clintons-image-under-rima-akter-5swjf

The "cankles" controversy surrounding Hillary Clinton during the 2016 presidential campaign serves as a notable example of how personal attacks and superficial criticisms can infiltrate political discourse. Examining this issue from various perspectives, we see a complex interplay of sexism, political strategy, media influence, public perception, and the targeted individual's response.

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