Ice Lady Palin Charged Rape Victims for Forensic Exams


	Ice Lady Palin Charged Rape Victims for Forensic Exams

DanaGarrett

9-12-2008 5:43 PM

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DanaGarrett says:

Apparently, Mayor Sarah Palin charged rape victims for the forensic medical exams used to gather evidence. Imagine that. I wonder how many women refused the exam because they couldn't afford to pay it.

Only a person made of ice could charge women for these examinations.

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9-29-2008 2:52 PM

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http://www.politifact.com/truth-o-meter/statements/731/

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