Share this story
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo speaks at an event to announce five new vaccination sites in New York, N.Y., April 23, 2021.
Mike Segar/Reuters
In a column at Salon, Amanda Marcotte considers the case of New York governor Andrew Cuomo, who announced his resignation today amid sexual-misconduct allegations, and the question of “why women play along with sexist men.”
There are many possible answers to that question — access to power is Marcotte’s verdict, but there’s also ideology, social ties and competition for social status, and, never to be ignored, the root of all evil: the love of money.
About the Author
Kevin D. Williamson is a former fellow at National Review Institute and a former roving correspondent for National Review.
Advertisement
Advertisement
In a column at Salon, Amanda Marcotte considers the case of New York governor Andrew Cuomo, who announced his resignation today amid sexual-misconduct allegations, and the question of “why women play along with sexist men.”
There are many possible answers to that question — access to power is Marcotte’s verdict, but there’s also ideology, social ties and competition for social status, and, never to be ignored, the root of all evil: the love of money.
By continuing, you agree to our terms of service and privacy policy.
About the Author
Kevin D. Williamson is a former fellow at National Review Institute and a former roving correspondent for National Review.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Comments