To the editor:

In response to Pam Stone’s July 8 column, basically the article is untrue, unproven and is indicative of sexism and bigotry! Two charges can be made against anyone that are going to be costly to defend. They are racist acts and sexual harassment.

Ms. Stone publicly convicts Mr. Ailes and Mr. Doocy strictly on the word of an old ‘Miss America’ whose contract expired and was not renewed. Ever heard the phrase “he$l hath no fury as a woman scorned.” I believe Ms. Carlson feels scorned.

Carlson may be a good violinist. However, she is not revered by the public. Her show’s ratings are not good. She should know that is not a good thing for job security. She took the easy way out. She wants more money and/or to require Mr. Ailes to spend for a defense or settle.

Does Ms. Stone really think Judge Jeanine, Gretta Van Susteren, Kennedy, Maria and the Wall Street ladies are ‘eye candy’? The difference is truth, competence and ratings. Attributes that may have passed by Ms. Stone’s barn.

Look out trapeze artist, you are next on Stone’s Dress for Success chant.

~ George W. Sims, Jr. 

Columbus, N.C.