The XX Factor

We’re Talking About: March 4, 2010

-Embattled New York governor David Paterson may face prosecution for accepting five free World Series tickets. [ New York Times ]

- Sarah Palin teams up with reality show producer Mark Burnett to pitch a television docu-drama about Alaska. The gap between reality stars and politicians has officially closed. [ Hollywood Insider ]

-Gay couples in Washington, D.C., rejoice as the district begins licensing same-sex marriages. [ Washington Post ]

-After a year as FLOTUS, Michelle Obama believes that she is no longer a caricature. [ Politico ]

- Judith Warner ’s new book about the myth of overmedicated children continues to generate conversation. [ Daily Beast ]

-Should the Oscar for best actor be gender-neutral ? [ New York Times ]