Why did many working class women vote for Barack Obama rather than John McCain, who had chosen Sarah Palin as his running mate?

A. Sarah Palin was not interested in issues that directly affected women.
B. John McCain did not believe in women's rights advancement.
C. Obama directly addressed women's issues like pay equity and maternity leave.
D. Obama was a charming and likeable candidate, which appealed to women voters.


Answer: C

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