Julia Gillard objectified as dog chew toy

Let's hope it doesnt talk.


THE Queensland RSPCA has come under fire for selling depictions of Australia’s first female prime minister as a dog chew toy.
The RSPCA World for Pets store at Wacol is currently selling a caricature of Julia Gillard as a chew toy for $20.
Proceeds from the sale of items at the store go back into the organisation, charged with animal protection in the state.


Emily’s List Australia national co-ordinator Lisa Carey said the caricature dolls of Ms Gillard had been on the market for some time, but never as a toy designed to be destroyed by an animal.
“A soft toy of the former prime minister can be fun and empowering for young girls to break through the glass ceiling, but for these to be sold as a chew toy is extremely offensive,” Ms Carey said.
Emily’s List is a financial political support network for Labor women, and Ms Carey said the sale of the dolls as a chew toy sent an inappropriate message to the public.



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