Doesn’t help to be photographed squinting into the afternoon sun. That’s why most photo studios are located indoors.
Yes, nobody would look good in that shot.
Yes. I would not call her ugly at all, and this is clearly not a good photo situation.
Unfair to attack her based on that.
I personally don’t think she is unattractive, it is simply an unflattering image of her.
I respect her decision not to cover up as requested for the position offered, but I insist on the same respect for refusing to give her the position based on her choice.
My choice is just as valid, even more so, and I expect it to be a two way street, though there are some people who appear not to understand and respect that view.