I have always said that in the television world, in politics, in all forms of public life, pretty beats smart every time. Not that it should be that way--but that it is. Studies have proven the existence of lookism, if you need any proof.
And while there are many reasons, none of them to my liking, why Sarah Palin was chosen by John McCain, I just don't think you can deny that her attractiveness and youth were part of the equation. I'm not saying she isn't smart--I don't know if she is or not, although I think she's wrong on every issue that matters--just that, if it was strictly for her political positions, and ability to attract evangelical Christians, Mike Huckabee, that anti-abortion, pro-creationism, evangelical, regular guy who actually has some experience, would have fit the bill. Also, while I have seen her described many times as a GILF (governor-I'd-like to-F**K) has anybody ever seen Governor Huckabee described that way, except maybe by his wife Janet?
As additional evidence, I offer this hilarious (and yes, edited) video of John McCain, not only checking Sarah Palin out during her speech, but also twisting his wedding ring as he does it.
Enjoy.
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