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skydad wrote on Sep 18, 2008 7:00 PM:

" Jeanne said: "Sarah Pallin is one scary person who doesn't represent the values of most true Americans."

There you go again, Jeanne, deciding who the true Americans are. Who in the heck are YOU to decide who are true Americans and who are not? Oh, I forgot, you are a democrat. "




Boudreaux in Louisiana wrote on Sep 18, 2008 6:54 PM:

" Darleen wrote on Sep 5, 2008 1:00 PM: "Would someone please explain the Alaskan Independent Party? I heard their most important program is to have Alaska seceed from the US. And I read where Sarah Palin was a member who only left for the Republicans so she could run for mayor of Wisilla."

Its spelled WAsilla and you read wrong. She was never a member of the A.I.P. The lady seems very patriotic to me. "




Obviously BCompton wasnt listening either wrote on Sep 13, 2008 1:02 AM:

" Women's ____Rights____ Get it?

I don't need some squawking judgmental female telling me what to do with my body. I don't need a self-possessed woman to combine religion and politics and forcing it down everyone's throats. I don't need a liar and a cheat to use her executive level access to spy on records to inflict ill will.

The issue for most of us isn't that a _woman_ was chosen as the RVP - it's that SHE was chosen.

Mother? It's apparent that she's put her career way ahead of them. "




gigi wrote on Sep 11, 2008 5:18 PM:

" what is wrong with the people.......8 years of clinton's is not enuff for them.........
pray for our country.......amen "




Ben Compton wrote on Sep 11, 2008 11:57 AM:

" SO, who in the heck sends a letter to a newspaper far away to someplace they've never been and makes an opinion on something he knows nothing about to the very people that are in a position to actually know?! I envision such a person with a large red rubber nose, oversized shoes and a squirting flower. That's the only type of person I can think of that would do something so self-depreciating. "




Jeanne wrote on Sep 10, 2008 7:29 PM:

" Sarah Pallin is one scary person who doesn't represent the values of most true Americans. She puts her selfish interests first--country last. And I can't imagine shooting wolves in the back from a helicopter--way to go, Sarah. Disgusting. "




Is this a word wrote on Sep 9, 2008 8:38 PM:

" "shall humgle themselves"

What does humgle mean? "




Kelly wrote on Sep 9, 2008 10:54 AM:

" I have yet to see many comments from the people of Alaska on this site, and I am concerned that comments are focused solely on media reports rather than a personal research of facts regarding any of these candidates. Have we developed so little in this country that we would vote for a woman because she's a woman, a man because he's a man, or a black person because he/she is black? When did gender and race become more important reasons to vote for a candidate than policy decisions? I think we all need to do better. "




Lena Bratton wrote on Sep 9, 2008 8:09 AM:

" Frankly, it discusts me to hear how many people have lost their moral values in this country. Sarah will hopefully bring them back out in people. She is standing for everyting that this country should stand for and i'm sorry to tell all of you democrats, you are all brainwashed!!! It makes me wonder who brought you up as an american citizen. I pray to GOD yes GOD that you all get a reality check!! "




Verna Stoesz wrote on Sep 9, 2008 6:14 AM:

" God says "If my people, which are called by my name, shall humgle themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will gorgive their sin, and will heal their land"
Let us All take this serious. God is still in control. "




Helen of NH wrote on Sep 8, 2008 12:33 PM:

" I wouldn't even vote for her in Alaska if it secedes. With the way she
thinks, morally and intellectually,we can no longer expect our country to be of any importance in the world. Being VP would be a tragedy, but even worse would be if she outlived McCain and moved into the White House. "




Lenora wrote on Sep 8, 2008 1:11 AM:

" Stop discussing a teenager's private business. It reflects badly on you and the media. Even teenage criminal's past isn't allowed to be brought up in court. Leave the girl alone. This is her family's business and I for one think they have behaved in a respectful manner, during a difficult time. How do you think your daughter would deal with what she has gone through? Why don't you all get real? "




ace wrote on Sep 6, 2008 1:42 PM:

" Pandering might best be described as picking Biden, who says one week "Obama is not qualified" and the next, after picked - He's greaaaat!!!!! Obviously Biden is either a LIAR (as well as plagerizer) or he can easily be bought. Demos have twice rejected Biden's presidential runs. And now, he is just the best pick ever. PLEASE, give me a break. No one has asked how ole Joe was able to be a great Dad while widowed and riding a train for hours a day. So much for press fairness as usual. "




eve wrote on Sep 5, 2008 7:12 PM:

" Sarah Palin outed her daughter Bristol when she was questioned about the unusual facts surrounding the birth of Trig. She could have said: Here is his birth certificate/birth record or even said "this is none of your business." Instead she said "Bristol is 5 months pregnant." And now they are upset America is talking? Palin brought this on herself. Mainstream women are Pro-Choice and Do Not Want the Government with them in their Dr.'s office. Mainstream women do not mock "community organizer's" they need them! Palin is out of touch! "




Darleen wrote on Sep 5, 2008 1:00 PM:

" Would someone please explain the Alaskan Independent Party? I heard their most important program is to have Alaska seceed from the US. And I read where Sarah Palin was a member who only left for the Republicans so she could run for mayor of Wisilla. Adding 2 & 2 together, it sounds like Sarah Palin is less patriotic of the "United States" than she claims - American flag pin or not. "




phyllis Malone wrote on Sep 4, 2008 6:05 PM:

" I've not heard anyone mention what it would mean if another person with oil as one of their main interests were to get into the white House.
Heaven forbid. We would never start to explore alternate forms of energy if we have to make Alaska a richer state yet and keep Sarah's husband working.
Course he would probably be given some cabinet job related to oil. Right? "




Barbara Plona wrote on Sep 4, 2008 2:59 PM:

" From the John McCain campaign"Barack Obama would rather lose a war than lose an election" By choosing Sarah it appears that John McCain cares more about winning an election than the American people. I still have not seen one good reason why Sarah Palin should be Vice President of the United States.
And I have been looking..... "




to jo wrote on Sep 4, 2008 11:35 AM:

" Actually both the Clintons and GWB are an embarassment.Clintons=fornicators and liars--GWB=Bozo the clown.It is hard to dispute the cold hard truth. "




Jade Sullivan wrote on Sep 4, 2008 10:37 AM:

" It absolutely amazes me how jealous and pointed people can appear just by the printed word. Chelsea Clinton should not be brought up here, nor Govenor Palin's children. If people were talking about your child like that would you like it? Do you think these words would not hurt them if they read this. I guess you people think that these children do not have feelings. Apparently not many of you have education since you do not address the issues and have to fall back on the kids and name calling..Shame on all of you ... "




Redflash wrote on Sep 4, 2008 6:12 AM:

" You meant to say that Palin is no Chelsea Hubble. "




Jo wrote on Sep 4, 2008 4:40 AM:

" I worked on Hillary Clinton's campaign, but I will not vote for Palin JUST because she is a woman. As a matter of fact I am not voting for her at all. I thought her entire speech last night was an embarrassment. I don't know who wrote the speech, but you do not win by tearing down your opponent. If she had skipped the negative and concentrated on the positive she MIGHT have had my vote. "




Donna wrote on Sep 4, 2008 12:41 AM:

" McCain needed a pitbull to help his campaign. Palin's no pedigree though. She's more like a mix breed of Cheney, Rove, and Falwell. "




george Massachusetts wrote on Sep 3, 2008 7:29 PM:

" Sarah abd McCain WILL win in November, Sarah's Speech was a HOME RUN!!What a Great Candidate!!! "




Aunt Martha wrote on Sep 3, 2008 5:19 PM:

" I think this headline should have been between Hillary Clinton and Sarah Palen and made a mistake and Chelsea's name got in there...And Bristol must have been named after the Bristol Bay fishing area. No doubt. The area is the best salmon fishing grounds in the world. Been there in the 80's. It is not and I say not the most scenic...too flat and tons of Noseums (bugs-flying bugs)...Sarah is no Hillary no comparison at all. Maybe if she works at it she can be in 10 years but not today. "




Gravel Girty wrote on Sep 3, 2008 4:02 PM:

" No come on it this was a Democrat's child this would be more than a field day. They are blaming this uproar on the media. I am a mother of two daughters and I really do not believe that I would take my career before them. No one but Sarah Palin threw her child under the bus. I am ashamed of women that are going to vote for her because she is a woman. These so called "Hilary voters" should be ashamed of themselves and shame on you Sarah Palin "




Jo wrote on Sep 3, 2008 2:36 PM:

" The British Press started this, not the Democrates. I know she is a public person now, but PLEASE stop taking shots at the children including Bristol. I remember how bad it was for poor little Amy Carter to the point that she withdrew from public life and now you are taking shots at Chelsea Clinton. STOP IT. "




Jo wrote on Sep 3, 2008 2:31 PM:

" Please don't try to give people in Texas, where I am from, your Republican values. We were well aware of what Bush was all about BEFORE he went to Washington. I told people he was a terrible Governor and almost bankrupted the state and not to vote for him. The Clintons are NOT an embarrassment to this country as much as GWB. So let us put a hold on who is who in the embarrassment category.

The Democractic parties children have always been targets - Johnson, Carter and Clinton. "




Oh my gosh wrote on Sep 3, 2008 1:05 PM:

" Bristol was not named after a speedway - she was named after the Bristol Bay - one of the most beautiful places on the earth and one of most important natural salmon fishing gounds anywhere. Please try to find out the facts before spilling stupidity. "




RW wrote on Sep 3, 2008 12:41 PM:

" Say what you want about the Clinton's, but Chelsea Clinton has a bachelor's degree from Stanford and a Masters degree from Oxford, and she didn't get pregnant at sixteen.

I think it is sad that a girl named after Bristol Motor Speedy is pregnant at such a young age. Maybe they can name the baby Talladega if its a boy and Charlotte if its a girl.

Incidentally Bill Clinton made ninety million dollars making speeches to the corporate elite that run the Republican Party. So they must not hate him as bad as they say they do. "




Tonya wrote on Sep 3, 2008 12:01 PM:

" First, I am proud that Sarah has been chosen as McCain running mate. Secondly, I can attest to the fact that regardless of how much we try to instill morals and good behavior, or how honest we are with our children concerning sex outside of marriage (along with all the physical, emotional, and spiritual consequences involved) - childern still make choices. Most parents have hopes and dreams that their children. We just want what's best for them. This does not derail Sarah's purpose in this life. She is still the best person for the job. "




Observer wrote on Sep 3, 2008 10:50 AM:

" Sarah Palin is no Chelsea Clinton?Thank God!!!Sarah comes from an honorable family.The Clintons have no honor and are an embarassment to America.Get a life Bobby!You are woefully ignorant. "




Jo wrote on Sep 3, 2008 10:23 AM:

" I feel very sorry for these two children having to get married in a shotgun wedding. The marriage could not possibly last and it is only to make Sarah Palin "look" good. If John McCain had chosen someone with national experience such as Condi Rice or Kay Bailey Hutchinson I would have voted for him. Now I am definitely voting for OBAMA. "




Sandy wrote on Sep 3, 2008 6:28 AM:

" With Levi being shipped off to the convention, it seems to me the McCain campaign is about to exploit this pregnancy in primetime. So much for the plea for privacy. The media will go nuts.

The campaign realized how well it's playing with the religious right. Could they actually have him appear on stage witht he family?

Such hypocrites. "




Ron wrote on Sep 3, 2008 6:07 AM:

" Ive read all the comments. Woman or man with family that goes after career is equal if they have a supportive spouse who is willing to take up the slack. Even if this contradicts core beliefs about their family values. The problem I have; melting religious beliefs with state.. wasnt there a seperation some time ago? I see a hypocracy with pro-lifers that support death penalties? Teh comment about Chelsea Clinton: Id much rather have somone in my office that knows the business. Many businesses go bankrupt when someone lacking experience takes over the reigns. VOTE OBAMA PLEASE!!! NOTOMCCAINPALIN "




thinker wrote on Sep 3, 2008 4:41 AM:

" Don't you people understand that it is the Republicans and the media making a big deal of this baby issue. Obama has already stated that the family should be kept out of it and has been successful at preventing the campaign and other democrats from discussing it. "




Susan wrote on Sep 3, 2008 4:28 AM:

" Jim, what exactly are these great family values you are talking about? As a mother, she should've known that her daughter was sleeping with her boyfriend, and at that point counseled her on how to protect herself not only from pregnancy but venereal diseases.

Also, the facts don't add up about Trig. If he really is her son then she should save the Republican party by producing a birth certificate with HER name on it, not Bristol's.

Lastly, Obama's years of experience as a state and national far outweigh her provincial resume.

McCain blew it. "




No shes Princess Diana wrote on Sep 3, 2008 1:04 AM:

" Sarah Palin is DEFINITELY not Chelsea Clinton. If I was going to compare her to somebody, the first person that comes immediately to my mind is Princess Diana. Sarah has a magnetic appeal that borders on devotion from a populace hungry for a political figure to look up to and admire. She has compassion, courage, honesty, resourcefulness, and common sense good judgement. She's a darn nice person. Her 80% plus approval rating after 2 years as governor tells what everyday Alaskans say over their backyard fence or over coffee: we love her! "




Not surprising wrote on Sep 3, 2008 12:09 AM:

" For you idiots who write Obama has done nothing and has no experience, I share this with you. Lying Republican

Obama's experience:
Be an informed: DON’T BE STUPID ALL YOUR LIFE!!

US Senate, served on the FOREIGN RELATIONS COMMITTEE, HOMELAND SECURITY COMMITTEE, VETERANS AFFAIRS COMMITTEE, HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOUR & PENSION COMMITTEE.
- Before US Senate Obama served 11 years in the Ill State Senate.
- graduated TOP of his class at Harvard Law School. Degree in Political science specializing in International Relations. Civil Rights lawyer for 9 years.Univ of Chicago Constitutional Law Professor for 12 years. "




jp wrote on Sep 2, 2008 8:04 PM:

" would you rather have a person in this office who was raised up in politics, and never knowing what it was like to actually work for something?
we need someone in office that will tear into the stale fabric which is the senate, house of reps. and all the other career politicos and clean that place up.
we need to start somewhere, so i think this is a pretty good choice.
you people who are hating this pick, should be scared, because your welfare check may be in jeopardy! "




george wrote on Sep 2, 2008 3:51 PM:

" Palin may be the president of the USA some day. The first woman president, She will be this coutry/s first female VP. The republicans are the progressive party. Look at the way the democrats are saying that a woman with children should be limited! "




Ben Compton wrote on Sep 2, 2008 3:40 PM:

" One of the most amusing things about Democrats is the depth of their hypocrisy. They claim to be the party for women's rights, equality etc. The party for feminism. But when a Republican woman steps forward who can clearly take charge, lead AND still be mom...she's told she should stay home. And liberals wonder why anyone rarely listens to them. "




Aunt Martha wrote on Sep 2, 2008 2:50 PM:

" I believe John McCain met her ONE time before picking her...No one can meet someone once and pick them for a very enourmous job ...I think they were simply looking for a female. And as Rush Limbo said "What a Babe"!... "




eva m wrote on Sep 2, 2008 11:40 AM:

" Things to ask Sarah Palin regarding her pregnancy...do you know that when your water breaks, the chances of infection mutliplies which is why you must get to the hospital? Don't you know that after the 6th or 7th month (after 40 pregnancies are high risk as it is!) you are NOT suppose to fly in an airplane? This (above facts) are the most disturbing things about this woman - along with, her affiliation with the Alaksa Indepencence Party. Huh? Scary..And this is only the beginning of what we will find out about Ms. Palin.. "




kristine wrote on Sep 2, 2008 11:29 AM:

" "she should do what she does best" -What's that? Abandon her family in a time of need? "




betty alabama wrote on Sep 2, 2008 10:23 AM:

" I have always said if a woman can run a home and family she can run the goverment.That is one tough job.I think it is great that she was pick for VP.Everyone should leave her family out of it.Obama has not showed me anything he can do.He talks about change,but never saids what he will CHANGE!!!!!!! "




Sarah wrote on Sep 2, 2008 8:26 AM:

" Rose - you would take her over Biden simpply because she's from Alaska? Wow. That's telling isn't it. "




Hilda Miami FL wrote on Sep 2, 2008 7:14 AM:

" I was thrilled when McCain selected Sarah Palin as his VP choice. I am 80 years old and have waited 24 years for a woman to be on the ticket again.

I'm sick of people saying that Palin should "stay home with her children" etc.

I have 5 children, 16 grandchildren, and 33 great-grandchildren. Palin is an intelligent, hard-working, capable woman of substance. Get off her back and let her do what she does best: make government work for the people who are smart enough to elect her.

I'll vote McCain/Palin. "




Jim Barker wrote on Sep 2, 2008 5:43 AM:

" I personally think that Sarah will be a GREAT vice-president. To all those people who claim Sarah is not qualified, they need to take another hard look at Obama! Talk about being totally unqualified. Sarah has my vote anytime over the idiots on the democratic ticket. I hope Sara eventually becomes our President and she can count on my full support anytime. This is my kind of lady,( smart, strong, great family values, and she likes to hunt!) Excellent! "




Dorothy wrote on Sep 2, 2008 12:50 AM:

" It is obvious that Sarah Palin's judgement should be questioned. When you make a decision to have a
special needs baby, you need to change your
priorities in life. That child needs your attention. Also, traveling eight after your water breaks is not a responsible decision. "




me wrote on Sep 1, 2008 10:35 PM:

" was it dark when people in AK voted for governor ? "




Carolyn wrote on Sep 1, 2008 4:43 PM:

" To Froylan:

And Cindy McCain also said Gov. Palin got her start in the PTA as most people do!

Amazing..... "




Sincere ly wrote on Sep 1, 2008 3:07 PM:

" The Republicans have done nothing for America but put us in deeper debt. Foreclosures are rampant in the State of FL and in California. The "Rich get Richer and the poor get poorer." It is my belief that the Republican Party should take a back seat to Obama and Biden! It is time for a change--yes, a change is gonna do us good. Ms. Palin has enough on her plate as it is with 5 kids and a pregnant daughter! No time to be the VEEP! Not now not ever! "




Dianne Hendrix wrote on Sep 1, 2008 10:34 AM:

" Please don't compair a woman who is not afraid to speak her mind and who thinks for herself to the say-anything-you-want-to-hear Democratics! Sarah does not flip-flop. Weather you agree with her on abortion, unions, religion, etc., Alaskans must unite with her because she brings honesty, patriotism,family values, and equality to politics. That is an awesome change to begin with! "




j wrote on Sep 1, 2008 8:49 AM:

" Sarah is exactly the type of person we need to shake things up in Washington. She is far more qualified than than the top of the democrat ticket. We don't need somebody who has been swirling around in the DC fog. The fact that the status-quo'ers are so upset with the choice is good. They are whining because they know Sarah just pushed McCain over the top. "




jodie wrote on Aug 31, 2008 11:24 PM:

" she is not qualifed to be a heatbeat away "




Froylan wrote on Aug 31, 2008 8:59 PM:

" Other tahn Palin wearing a skirt, toting a gun and a bible, ther is not much other reason to make her GOP VP. Oh yeah, Cindy Mc Cain says Palin is really hip to foreign affairs because "Alaska is very close to Russia", WHAT! "




Jim Hughes DALLASTX wrote on Aug 31, 2008 7:30 PM:

" The choice to leave DALLAS DFW on a flight after your water breaks for a flight lasting over 8 hours is reckless and dangerous to your child and self. What kind of choices would you make as President? No thank! "




LOWELL HAGAR wrote on Aug 31, 2008 1:32 PM:

" AMERICA WE HAVE A WINING TEAM.SARAH WILL MAKE A GREAT VP. CAN,T WAIT FOR HER TO TAKE OFFICE.
LOWELL HAGAR
COUNCIL BLUFFS IOWA "




gene robyn M wrote on Aug 31, 2008 9:59 AM:

" But she is not even qualified to be governor. "




Those Iowa floods... wrote on Aug 31, 2008 9:19 AM:

" Sam, you must be drinking too much Iowa flood water. But thanks for your opinion, as stupid as it is. Now go drink some more floodwater. "




Thank God wrote on Aug 30, 2008 11:06 PM:

" Sarah's nothing like her. You can keep Chelsea. Just a party favor for the dems. "




rose wrote on Aug 30, 2008 9:17 PM:

" where is your sense of pride for our state....if you like her or not I'd have to say I'd take her over Biden "