I am not usually a big supporter of the so-called sexism charge, but it is quite clear that there is definitely a gender-based, double-standard being applied to Governor Palin.
It is not just related to this current cheap “scandal”, but is used in criticisms of her qualifications, intellect and even her speaking voice and vocal inflection.
You can see it even here on FR.
“You can see it even here on FR.”
Sad, isn’t it. They seem to be big McCain/Rino supporters, did you notice? Remind them of this:
Palin More Popular With GOP Voters Than McCain
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2126452/posts
[snip]Twenty-three percent (23%) of Republicans say McCain was not the right choice for the party, while 18% say the same of Palin.
Seventy-one percent (71%) of Republicans say John McCain made the right choice by picking Alaska Governor Sarah Palin as his running mate