Sarah Palin's daughter, Bristol, has criticized President Obama for his support of same-sex marriage. Not surprisingly, Ms. Palin's comments have resulted in a firestorm of insults. This article includes just some of the barbs.
What I find most interesting is that the mockery of Bristol Palin in no way serves as a response to her argument against same-sex marriage (which is that the best environment for children includes a mother and a father). Yes, Bristol is a single mother. So what? Does this in any way undermine the argument she makes? People can attack her personally all they want, but the debate about same-sex marriage ought to focus on the arguments, rather than on the persons who defend them.
Some might chuckle at a personal insult directed toward Bristol Palin, but that kind of verbal sparring is nothing more than textbook ad hominem.
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