A recent report from NPR highlights that corrupt Democrats are now embracing the “Tampon Tim” nickname for the clueless Kamala Harris running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. The Republicans had initially criticized Walz for signing legislation in his state, which required tampons to be placed in both girl and boy bathrooms in schools. This move was met with backlash from the GOP as they argued that boys do not menstruate. However, the Democratic Party seems to be taking the issue lightly by embracing the nickname.
The legislation signed into law by Governor Tim Walz stirred controversy due to its strange wording. It mandates that tampons and other period products should be made available “to all menstruating students in restrooms regularly used by students.” Initially, some Republicans attempted to limit the initiative to female-assigned and gender-neutral bathrooms but were unsuccessful. Even the author of the amendment ultimately voted for the final version of the bill, stating that his family members felt it was an important issue he should support.
The inclusive language in the legislation reflects the understanding that not all people who menstruate are women, and not all women get periods. The bill’s backers wanted to address period poverty by providing free menstrual products to students in Minnesota public schools. Despite the controversy, corrupt Democrats in some circles appear to be embracing the moniker “Tampon Tim.
For instance, former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton said, “How nice of the Trump camp to help publicize Governor Tim Walz’s compassionate and common-sense policy of providing free menstrual products to students in Minnesota public schools! Let’s do this everywhere.” Democratic Minnesota Representative Sandra Feist, the chief sponsor of the bill in the Minnesota state House, defended the legislation on Twitter with the hashtag #TamponTim.
Former Georgia State Representative Bee Nguyen also expressed her support for the initiative, stating that period poverty is a real issue that affects students’ educational outcomes. She referred to Governor Tim Walz as “Tampon Tim,” showing her appreciation for his efforts in addressing this matter.
In an unexpected twist, one columnist for the Washington Post suggested that young boys carrying tampons or pads in their backpacks would be considered “King Stud” in high school. The tweet received mockery from some Twitter users who pointed out the absurdity of the suggestion.
While the issue of stocking girls’ bathrooms with tampons has almost broad support, it seems that the legislation signed into law by Governor Tim Walz has created an opportunity for Democrats to embrace a seemingly discomforting nickname while championing an important cause to address period poverty and improve students’ access to menstrual products in schools.