This could be the result of an increased level of natural hormones similar to anabolic steroids, as well as altered epinephrine (adrenalin) and norepinephrine levels.
Other apologists have countered with claims that the dating was indeed altered for one or another reason and should be understood as fable, not history.
Political pragmatism and survival instincts altered the political landscape of the election granting the male rebel, not the female, the opportunity to make history.