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Thanks! I’m not saying Kate is perfect, by any means, she’s not, none of us are. But she’s getting a raw deal from an episode that’s been edited quite a bit to fit into an hour format—yes, she was whiny and seemingly rude to the Palins at the campground, but what about the rest of the episode? None of that counts? I’m skittish about guns too, and I was really surprised to see Kate say yes to shooting that rifle...wish she’d tried harder at the campsite, but she was a first time camper and things *were* bad for a beginner to have to deal with...not sure what TLC was thinking editing things the way they did, maybe trying to get out of their contract with Kate and the kids? Not sure.
She’s sure taking heat on FaceBook, but that might turn into ratings for her shows too. I have no idea about the editing, only that editing is a large part of all shows and interviews and that editing can and does shape shows and interviews.
I also think that Kate’s whining and griping to magazines wasn’t helpful prior to the this episode’s airing, but the editing was already completed -— the series has been for sale on TLC for at least 4 weeks.
I think you’re most likely right: Kate Plus 8 is up for a contract renewal and perhaps TLC wants to drop her or get her and the kids at a cheaper cost.