The story about the offensive email from Carl DeMaio that targeted a Scott Peters’ campaign staffer, first reported by the San Diego CityBeat has received national press coverage.
The email contained a photo of an overweight woman wearing only a bra and eating a snack with the subject line “Kate Lyon.”
Subsequent press coverage includes:
Time Magazine: Republican Candidate Allegedly Fat Shames Opponent’s Staff
Washington Examiner: DeMaio mocked opponent’s staffer with NSFW photo
Jezebel: GOP Candidate Mocks Opposing Staffer With Picture of Fat Woman
Talking Points Memo: GOPer DeMaio Mocked Dem Staffer With Photo Of Overweight Woman
From what I’ve read, DeMaio hasn’t denied this – he is just trying to dodge it hoping it goes away or stays under the radar through the election. Our community needs to reject people who make fun of other’s physical appearances. Shame on Mr. DeMaio, he makes my skin crawl.