Marilyn McKenna shows her 'brash, uncensored' personality
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SEATTLE -- When Rob McKenna ran for governor of Washington, voters got to know his supportive and rather sedate wife. But now that the election is over, Marilyn McKenna is letting her unfiltered personality shine through.
Marilyn McKenna doesn't mince words.
"I'm a little raw, brash, uncensored," she said. "That's okay. That's who I am."
That raw and uncensored personality really comes through on McKenna's Twitter account. She said she doesn't say anything that people aren't already thinking, but McKenna isn't afraid to speak her mind about politicians or cities she doesn't like.
"Life's too short to worry about every little thing to come out of your mouth," she said.
McKenna said she was just learning how to use Twitter during her husband's campaign, and she admits to being more reserved in those early days. But the floodgates eventually opened up, and McKenna is now engrossed in social media. These days, she's a master of Facebook and often tweets as many as 20 times per day.
While she admits to being disappointed with the way the election turned out, Mrs. McKenna has found a silver lining in the loss.
"I don't have to hear people criticize (my husband) all day long," she said. "As hard as it looks, it's harder to listen to that than you might think."
Rob McKenna is also on Twitter, but his messages are definitely less edgy.
"That's who he is -- that polished professional person, and I'm not. I'm kind of the loose cannon," she said.
Now that the election's over, McKenna said she's going to write a book about weight loss and use Twitter to market her material. And if he husband decides to run for office again, she'll be sure to Tweet about it.
"Oh, you can count on it," she said.
McKenna said her husband is joining a private law firm but continues to stay involved in the state Republican party.
Marilyn McKenna doesn't mince words.
"I'm a little raw, brash, uncensored," she said. "That's okay. That's who I am."
That raw and uncensored personality really comes through on McKenna's Twitter account. She said she doesn't say anything that people aren't already thinking, but McKenna isn't afraid to speak her mind about politicians or cities she doesn't like.
"Life's too short to worry about every little thing to come out of your mouth," she said.
McKenna said she was just learning how to use Twitter during her husband's campaign, and she admits to being more reserved in those early days. But the floodgates eventually opened up, and McKenna is now engrossed in social media. These days, she's a master of Facebook and often tweets as many as 20 times per day.
While she admits to being disappointed with the way the election turned out, Mrs. McKenna has found a silver lining in the loss.
"I don't have to hear people criticize (my husband) all day long," she said. "As hard as it looks, it's harder to listen to that than you might think."
Rob McKenna is also on Twitter, but his messages are definitely less edgy.
"That's who he is -- that polished professional person, and I'm not. I'm kind of the loose cannon," she said.
Now that the election's over, McKenna said she's going to write a book about weight loss and use Twitter to market her material. And if he husband decides to run for office again, she'll be sure to Tweet about it.
"Oh, you can count on it," she said.
McKenna said her husband is joining a private law firm but continues to stay involved in the state Republican party.
Why is this even news? The guy lost, so lets get his obnoxious wife with too much time on her hands on the news at 6? Sounds like a slow news day!
I'm writing a book on weight loss too. Here it is... Â "Exercise, Eat vegetables, Lay off Carbs and processed foods", THE END
Do this and you WILL lose weight
I'm sure that if Robbie ever decides to run again for public office this skeleton will come falling out of the closet. It is cool to hear someone speak their mind. But playing both sides of the coin in the political spotlight isn't. Be real, not phoney then turn into turbo Mama. I always thought she was the sweet demur housewife of the straight-laced Robbie. Now I can see that she rocks his legal world all the way around and I bet they have many toys. LOL
Stay tuned for "Marilyn McKenna for Congress" signs in a neighborhood near you!
 @Fooey Patooey! AHA! I was trying to figure out why Rob unleashed his wife, I couldn't see the angle. Of course! Rob is unelectable, why not try the Mrs? Brilliant! She can appeal to the base, instead of Robs attempt to play the middle. My vote is NO.
 @calapete Not just no; HELL NO!!!
But that won't keep them from trying.
Darn, that was a wasted 15 seconds...
She Rocks!!!!!!!!
Who cares?
Is it a slow news day? Â Did Elisa lose a a bet or something? Â I watched a bit of Anchorman last night - it's sort of like the news anchor character who said she was NOT doing a story on cat fashion! Â He lost, end of story, move on.
Mrs. McKenna you are so right Iam to old to worry about what I say much less how I say it. and the same with facebook dont put anything on FB that you would not put on a billboard for all to read and see. I would love to be on your friends list on FB. Thanks so much Carol.
In other words, I have very low emotional intelligence.
This is a lousy story with a great headline. Where's the 'brash, uncensored' personality" bleated about in the headline? This is the most vapid, meaningless pieces I've seen here. This story wouldn't pass muster in a high school newspaper. Shame on you, KOMO!
Wonder what happens when Rob gets out of line at home?
I would have been more impressed if she showed her supposed real personality during the real campaign. The fact that she didn't speaks volumes.
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I'm LIVID about this story and the fact that I had to watch an interview with this person on the nightly news. I am now banning KOMO TV NEWS in my house. Her husband LOST the election. I dont care about her brashy tweets.
I also dont mind all the criticism I get from those who disagree with me. So dont waste your breath. This is absolute craziness!
Glad to know the "little woman" kept to her place during the election.Â
This started out as a news story (presumably) and proceeded to go "splort." Report back when this wing-stretcher starts whipping her bra around. Edgy tweets are not news.
 @PilonidalCyst Did you bring enough drugs for the whole class? Then put them away.
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 @Dredd57 He must if he's still doing it!
 @PilonidalCyst Do you enjoy sounding like an idiot?Â
Huh...
What a breath of fresh air. I too, really think it sucks that Rob McKenna is not our governor, and I really appreciate that Marilyn is not shying away from the spotlight. Congratulations on your weight loss, it is a wonderful story and I wish you all the best in your literary endeavors. Thank you for keeping it real!
And this is news why?
and she thinks people give a crap about her opinions? i'm sure her husband thinks its just great that she's so wild and brash...
That couple would have been much better than the same old tax and spend King county has fallen in love with....
 @bustedupredneck There is nothing wrong with "tax and spend" per se. That's how a responsible government governs.
 @felines99  @bustedupredneck That's fine as long as you spend within your means.
@felines99 @bustedupredneck  I dont think so!
 @whatalife1  @felines99 You would be wrong! See U.S. Constitution, Article 1, Section 8, Clause 1 (the "Taxing and Spending Clause").
 @bustedupredneck You are so right.  Rob McKenna was so much more qualified than Jay Inslee, it's just that in this state people vote for you if you have a 'D' next to your name no matter your qualifications.