I never have figured how why FReepers still hold her up to such high regard.
Mary is a former staffer, (justice or something) that got fired for attempting to dig up some dirt on Clinton, (or at least that was the charge)
In any case the rats hated her and that's why we appreciate her. As to their relationship,you could say the same about any number of couples.
Politics is but a game that is played. It is not a personal thing to the pro's. (not like it is with us)