It's important that she discusses this, as it humanizes her. Christine's appeal comes from that she's just an everyday person and had the same problems that most individuals do during their lives.
I think after watching Obama get elected and not being vetted, some Republicans aren't going to go for the double-standard. I'd elect a felon as a Republican candidate, if he or she explains the circumstances surrounding it.
she is just suppose to spend all her time, denying these ridiculous things? Because that is exactly why they are doing this, they want this to be about her, when in fact it is about the democrats and the economy.