'w' is for women . . . in the kitchen?

Over at the New Republic, Jason Zengerle points to great gains for women in general thanks to the first lady's tireless efforts and bold successes.

Laura Bush's request that her husband appoint a woman to replace Sandra Day O'Connor on the Supreme Court fell on deaf ears. But she was able to strike a blow for her gender when she was given the final say on filling another crucial post--that of White House chef. On Sunday, the White House announced that the first lady had selected Cristeta Comerford, an assistant White House chef since the mid-'90s, for the top job. Comerford is the first woman to ever hold the prestigious culinary post.