lipstickgate

First, there would be no discussion of "lipstick on a pig" if one of the candidates had not asked, "What's the difference between a pit bull and a hockey mom?" (This doesn't say much for hockey moms but they don't seem to mind.)

Second, McCain has used this phrase at least three times. But that was BEFORE Palin entered the race. Again, nobody seems to mind.

And finally, there should be absolutely NO difference how a political argument is framed whether the candidates are male or female. "Lipstick on a pig" is a time-honored phrase no matter who's running.