Good looks help women candidates, men not so much

Thursday, October 30, 2008 - 19:35 in Mathematics & Economics

(AP) -- Women running for top offices need to appear competent and attractive, according to a new study. For male candidates, seeming competent may be enough. It's a finding that could help justify heavy spending on makeup and wardrobe for Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin, while at the same time raising questions about the need for a man like John Edwards to invest in a costly haircut.

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