Should he have apologized?

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Barnett called sexist after 'sweetie' jibe

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Mr Barnett was defending his own position when he said to Girrawheen MP Margaret Quirk: "well you didn't come to my press conference, did you sweetie".

The comment drew immediate censure in parliament and on social media, and was later raised by senior Labor figure Michelle Roberts.

Mr Barnett told parliament he had apologised to Ms Quirk after the debate and said she had not taken any offence to the comment.

"I agree it was inappropriate," the premier said.

http://news.ninemsn.com.au/national/2013/05/15/18/33/barnett-called-sexist-after-sweetie-jibe

Not a life or death situation, but wanted to get the DU pulse as to whether you think this man should have apologized and if it was sexist.

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1. Demeaning. Apology appropriate.