I guess your analogy might apply to the president/vice president of the PTA (or not). But I seriously doubt that it would extend to a national election. She wouldn’t be where she is in her state if that were the fact.
I think that a woman running with McCain would bring a lot of votes. Sadly, a lot of women will vote for a woman, regardless of who she is (think Hillary). I am a gal, so I say this with much sadness. I don’t know much about this lady or her street creds.
McCain needs youth and vigor as a running mate. Off hand, I really can’t think of a good man OR woman I’m comfortable with.
Ever had a job? Worked in an office. The phenomenon I describe isn't limited to PTA meetings. It's very real, and it's out there.