PLAYGIRL Editor-in-Chief Outs Herself as Republican....then gets fired!
PLAYGIRL Editor-in-Chief Outs Herself as Republican!
Tuesday March 8, 11:37 am ET
NEW YORK, March 8 /PRNewswire/ -- When it comes to sex and politics, Democrats are the more liberal, right? Not so fast. PLAYGIRL editor-in-chief Michele Zipp explores the fun side of "down and dirty" politics and examines sexuality on both sides of the aisle. In the process she comes to a realization about herself and reveals for the first time she's now a Republican.
"Siding with the GOP when you live in the bluest state around is almost like wearing a Boston Red Sox jersey at a New York Yankees' home game," says Zipp in the April issue of PLAYGIRL. "I cannot tell you how many times a person assumed I voted for John Kerry in 2004. Most of the time, I don't have the heart to tell them, or the energy to discuss my reasons for going red this election year. But this is PLAYGIRL magazine so it's about time I was the one who bared what's underneath."
How could a member of the media who produces adult entertainment for women, advocating sexual exploration, fulfillment and adventure possibly side with conservatives from the red states? Zipp spells it out. "Those on the right are presumed to be all about power and greed -- two really sexy traits in the bedroom. They want it, they want it now, and they'll do anything to get it. And I'm not talking about some pansy-assed victory, I'm talking about full on jackpot, satisfaction for all."
"The Democrats of the Sixties were all about making love and not war while a war-loving Republican is a man who would fight, bleed, sacrifice, and die for his country. Could you imagine what that very same man would do for his wife in the bedroom?" asks Zipp. She takes on sexual politics with insight, conviction and a refreshing new spin.
Also in the April issue, PLAYGIRL'S Jamye Waxman sits down for a candid conversation with Candida Royalle, former porn star turned feminist, writer and director to chat about her new book, How To Tell a Naked Man What To Do. And take a crash course in the history of kissing, going back in time to medieval smooching and leading up to the great juicy ones of today. Plus, take our quiz and test your knowledge what "pucker up and blow" is really all about.
The April issue of PLAYGIRL hits newsstands nationwide on March 8, 2005.
PLAYGIRL TV is now available in many parts of the country. Contact your local cable or satellite provider to find out how to order.
PLAYGIRL is the thinking girl's guide to sensual exploration, erotic stimulation, and sexual liberation. Since launching in 1973, PLAYGIRL has always been the pioneer in women's adult entertainment, and it will continue to serve and grow with women as an indispensable tool for sexual fulfillment and awareness.
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'PLAYGIRL' EDITOR FIRED AFTER OUTING SELF AS REPUBLICAN
Mon Mar 21 2005 10:09:48 ET
**Exclusive**
PLAYGIRL editor-in-chief Michele Zipp has been stripped of her duties after she revealed how she voted Republican in the 2004 election.
Zipp, in an e-mail, claims she was fired after an onslaught of liberal backlash.
"Hello Drudge,
"After your coverage of my article about coming out and voting Republican, I did receive many letters of support from fellow Republican voters, but it was not without repercussions. Criticism from the liberal left ensued. A few days after the onslaught of liberal backlash, I was released from my duties at Playgirl magazine.
"After underlings expressed their disinterest of working for an outed Republican editor, I have a strong suspicion that my position was no longer valued by Playgirl executives. I also received a phone call from a leading official from Playgirl magazine, in which he stated with a laugh, "I wouldn't have hired you if I knew you were a Republican.
"I just wanted to let you know of the fear the liberal left has about a woman with power possessing Republican views."
Just when you thought it was no fun to be a Republican
:D
