Katie Porter’s criticism descends into a misogynistic free-for-all

Katie Porter isn’t necessarily above criticism, and it’s fair to say that she probably could have done things better in her recent CBS interview, which is currently going viral. I do not condone or defend Porter attacking her employees for “getting out.” [her] Fucking shot.” But I ask why no one seems to have a normal, proportionate response to it. Critics across the board agreed that these videos are career-ending in themselves. Meanwhile, female commentators generally took them as a license to indulge in gleeful, unchecked misogyny.

Random commenters on the Bluesky and X social media platforms are now starting to believe that they have always had issues with Porter. Some cited it “arrogant” Position and her appearance. Some claimed it was It always seemed Very “angry.” To be trusted. Some called her “Cookie.” Even her Blackboard He was not immune.

Personally, I think it’s simply that the parental soup we’ve been swimming in our whole lives has gotten thicker without us even realizing it.

Basically, this is what happened. Porter, who is running for governor of California, was interviewed by CBS’ Julie Watts. Watts pressed Porter on how to connect with the Republican voters she will need to win. Porter quipped that she doesn’t need Republicans, who make up about 40% of voters, to win governor. Watts pressed further, and Porter became visibly frustrated, and Porter finally accused Watts of being unnecessarily combative.