John Edwards is called the potential Democratic vice presidential candidate with the "estrogen factor." Women in North Carolina have supported Edwards strongly in his political career, and he was the only Democratic presidential candidate to get more support from women than men in several of the primaries.

One reason for Edwards' popularity with women is that he doesn't swagger around broadcasting his masculinity (a trait that seems to really appeal to men: note Chris Matthews' swooning over Bush's tightly wrapped crotch). Also, he talks a lot about issues that concern women--families, children and education.

For these reasons, a lot of women are saying to John Kerry, "If you want us on board, pick Edwards."

Well, nothing against Edwards, who is an appealing candidate, but if American women are so interested in being represented, why aren't they demanding a female candidate? What a concept, huh? But no, in this 21st Century America, women call on men to do everything, including act like women.

You haven't come that far at all, baby...