Posted on 05/20/2009 8:23:42 AM PDT by markomalley
Sympathetic media commentators are rushing to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's defense against Republican men, accusing them of sexism toward Washington's most powerful woman.
The liberal-leaning Media Matters compiled a video of male conservative pundits making fun of the speaker's rumored use of Botox. Rush Limbaugh took it a step further, saying the best way to limit unwanted pregnancy would be to post Mrs. Pelosi's image in cheap motel rooms.
"How do these people handle a strong-willed woman like Pelosi?" MSNBC's Ed Schultz lectured in his Monday show. "Well, they revert to calling her offensive names like 'hag'; they make demeaning comments like 'Botox withdrawal'; they talk about fashion and they couple it with waterboarding."
Then, he played the Media Matters' video.
Mr. Schultz, however, did think it was fair game to question 2008 Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin's mothering ability in light of her teenage daughter's pregnancy.
In a September CNN appearance he said, "The facts are this. What kind of mother is she? Is she prepared to be the vice president? Is she going to be totally focused on the issues?" He also made the analogy: "Most professional gardeners have a really nice yard. ... Most professional gardeners cut their own lawn. ... It seems to me they have trouble in their backyard."
Regardless of his thoughts on Mrs. Palin, Mr. Schultz isn't the only one upset about criticism of Mrs. Pelosi. Bonnie Erbe, host of PBS' women-centric "To the Contrary" wrote about the Media Matters montage on her blog for U.S. News & World Report, though she couldn't quite avoid the insult-game herself.
"The genesis of such hatred?" she asked. "None of these guys could ever get a date with a woman as accomplished or attractive as Madame Speaker."
(Excerpt) Read more at washingtontimes.com ...
Oh, if you click on the link, you'll find her observations on "goober" Lindsey Graham and "stuffed sausage" Meghan McCain
After the treatment that Sarah Palin and Carrie Prejean suffered from in the media, the charge of "sexism" can never ever ever again be used against conservatives.
Too many silent feminazis stood by and said nothing.
Media Matters = OJ Simpson Battered Womens Shelter
Pelosi is the recipient of sharp barbs, because of her idiotic stances on issues. She does not have idiotic stances on issues because of the sharp barbs.
If it’s too hot in the kitchen, then get out Nancy.
Media Schadenfreude and Media Shenanigans PING
The great thing about a liberal WOMAN in trouble:
Other women are far more HARSH against women, than any man would ever dare admit.
Rush calls it the “Queen Bee” effect, when those attacks come from other, powerful women.
It is simple, green eyed envy when it comes from the rank and file and the unwashed.
Liberals call their enemies “sexist” but their allies, on issues, can do whatever they want to do.
I guess we can no longer call a hag , a hag.
The media is upset with us callin Pelosi while they call Michelle Obama a beauty.
Maybe they are blind.
Many thought Nancy’s lies would ruin her. ha ha
The Dems will never give up a good liar , now if they had someone of integrity in their party, that guy would be gone.
Come to think of it Zell is gone.
“”How do these people handle a strong-willed woman like Pelosi?” MSNBC’s Ed Schultz lectured in his Monday show. “Well, they revert to calling her offensive names like ‘hag’”
If the face fits....
They are scared. All know the tight faced Cheshire one lied
This treatment of Pelosi is despicable and only hurts Republicans.
There is PLENTY to go after Pelosi for without resorting to low remarks on her appearance.
ROTFLMAO. He biggest accomplishment was marrying a Fat Cat multimillionaire and as for 'attractive' --- well, lets just say that someone must need an eye examination.
republicans are treating pelosi a lot better than the dems treat sarah palin, and miss california!
Bonnie Erbe says the attacks on Pelosi are sexist, the genesis of which is, “None of these guys could ever get a date with a woman as accomplished or attractive as Madame Speaker.”
You can’t make this stuff up.
They not only went after Sarah Palin, but her husband and children, including her Down Syndrome baby.
Bill Clinton Caught Groping Nanny Star (Fran Drescher) (May 20, 2009)
Damn, he's got me pegged! He sees that my mocking hides an unrequited crush on Nancy. Curse you, Ed Schultz! /s
Meanwhile Joe Biden’s cokie daughter is out of the media circles. Same with Barack Obama’s own cocaine abuse.
“From the beginning, the Pelosis have had a bicoastal relationship, with Paul Pelosi living and working in San Francisco and spending about a week or so each month with his wife in Washington.”
Smart guy!
I don't slag Michelle Obama's looks. It doesn't contribute to anything.
But the Pravda Media is lying through their teeth when a stroke magazine like Maxim calls her one of the 100 hottest babes.
Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.