I don't think that Tyra Banks would set herself up for that kind of trouble. Even if the show did want to encourage plus-sized models, they would not have rigged the entire competition. I think that Whitney is a genuinely beautiful and talented model, and all the judges could appreciate that. She also is a great CoverGirl model because she sets a great example for young girls all over the world. She is real and people can relate to that. She has a pretty face, which to me seems to be the most important trait for a covergirl, trying to sell makeup!  I do think that it's an interesting point that you make that perhaps our society is not yet ready to accept a "different" kind of standard of beauty. I think that is very sad, and am hoping that Whitney and other beautiful girls (who eat) can help to change that standard for good!!