Not OK Then, Not OK Now
In Ed Kilgore's recent article for NPR about GOP presidential candidate Newt Gingrich, he referred to U.S. House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi as “Princess Nancy.” The gratuitous inclusion of Herman Cain’s now infamous sexist moniker for Pelosi is extremely disappointing, particularly from an esteemed organization like NPR. As the highest ranking woman in Congress and the former Speaker of the House, Congresswoman Pelosi deserves respect, not a sexist label meant to diminish her incredible achievements.
Ed, it wasn't ok when Herman Cain said it. It's definitely not ok now. Perhaps you should follow Cain's lead and apologize.