Gender Quotes in The Walking Dead

How we cite our quotes: (Panel)

Quote #7

"Look at the three of them… carrying on in front of God and everyone. It's unchristian." (560)

Donna probably wouldn't have a problem if Dale were rooming with twin brothers. She thinks it's unusual for two women to be staying in Dale's camper, even though they're all in a platonic relationship.

Quote #8

"They keep the place clean… remind me of what it was like with [my wife] around." (567)

Dale keeps the sisters around because they do housework just like his wife used to do! Notice a theme here? Do they make him sandwiches? Is the author trying to be provocative?

Quote #9

"Donna's just an old housewife who doesn't have soap operas to keep her small mind occupied. Don't let her get to you." (568)

Even though pretty much everyone agrees that women are supposed to be housewives, Rick still manages to use the term "housewife" as an insult.