I've also been reading the homebirth debate blog. She really does go after anything and everything related to natural childbirth. I've seen her try to discredit not just midwives but also doulas and even lactation consultants! 

I agree with you, Henci. Natural birth, home birth, and midwifery pose a huge threat to the status quo. There are so many OB/GYNs in this country. What would they all do with themselves if midwives took their rightful place as the primary caregivers for the majority of pregnant and birthing women?