An open message for Sarah Palin

By Bill Elsasser
Spectrum
Published on Saturday, November 15, 2008 7:34 PM AKST

I wanted to take a moment to thank you for standing in the gap between the conservative movement and the Republican Party. I, like millions of others, am a conservative first since the Republican Party moved away from the principles of conservatism and tried to moderate the message of hard work and self reliance, smaller government, personal responsibility, life, liberty, the pursuit of happiness and securing the country from all threats foreign and domestic.

You fought the good fight, defending even ideas that appeared to have been voiced through tight lips and clenched teeth in order to honor the man who brought you to his side. You did it with integrity, a smile, enthusiasm and optimism that brought millions of people to the polls and pull the lever for the Republican ticket.

This contest was lost several years before you ran for governor when the Republican Party turned from listening to the conservative wing of the party and tried to move to the middle. When I was asked to contribute to the RNC, I politely declined sending instead a short note declaring I would no longer support the RNC until it pursued actually building the border fence, cutting government spending and defeating attempts to expand the role of government in people’s lives. I have not contributed to the RNC since. I am not alone.

I would have pulled the McCain-(fill in the blank) lever no matter the running mate because I knew Barack Obama and, more importantly, knew from my college days the Students for a Democratic Society and their militant wing the Weather Underground. That was all I needed to know about the president-elect. As a parent, we all know you become like those you associate with and so the radical past is now ensconced in the present. This was the first election where I actually voted for the lesser of two evils and not for someone I believed in.

But then came you.

Your selection ignited the quiet masses of conservatives in the country, and for the first time since 2000 we were excited, motivated and hungry for victory. We knew you were not running for president, but to the optimistic of us, you would have been our voice in the White House. You were our voice in the campaign, on television and on the Internet. I never had the opportunity to see you while campaigning, but would have gladly stood in line like thousands did all over the country.

Without you, Governor Palin, John McCain would have lost in the worst landslide since George McGovern. Without you, disaster was in the bag for the Republican Party. Without you, the national Republicans would have had to hang their heads in shame for the loss it would have been. Because of you there still is hope among the majority of traditional conservatives that sometime in the future, Gov. Sara Palin will run for higher office on her own, carrying her own message, our message and defeating radicalism in every corner of this country and abroad.

You have withstood the onslaught of the mainstream media, the party elites and the back-benchers of the Republican Party with humility and integrity. We all admire your grit, determination and character. Character matters, it always has. You were and are a class act, not one easily followed. Jimmy Carter gave us Ronald Reagan, and I believe Barack Obama and the moderates in our party will give us you in 2012.

Whether you run or not, your mark has been made on us and we will not forget, we will not be silent and we will not sit in the back of our party bus waiting to be dropped off in the next moderate/liberal wilderness called the minority. Today, the war begins anew against the tyranny of the left, wherever it resides.

Lastly, should I ever get the opportunity to visit the state of Alaska in the future, I trust and believe the door to your office will be open so my family and I can shake your hand. God bless you and your family and an admiring movement of millions thanks you.

Bill Elsasser lives in O’Fallon, Ill.

Copyright © 2009 Frontiersman

Comments

250 comment(s)

    To Spankles wrote on Dec 6, 2008 10:41 PM:

    " I like your satire. "

    Spankles wrote on Dec 6, 2008 10:12 PM:

    " jp is wiser than all of you put together. His comments are all true and enlightening. "

    Oh NO NO NO NO wrote on Dec 6, 2008 7:26 PM:

    " It was I, not Jp who incorrectly used the word "whom." Yes, I know that "whom" should be underlined, but I can't underline here, so the next best thing is incorrectly used quotes. So, I still want to know which governor is supposedly mine, according to JP. Hmm? Be careful of your assumptions, JP. "

    Not JP wrote on Dec 6, 2008 7:20 PM:

    " JP didn't use the word incorrectly. I did. You're absolutely right. Momentary lapse in the heat of debate. The linking verbs take the subjective form for their complement: however (subjunctive adverb) the complements of transitive verbs take the objective form. You seem to have totally missed the message I was trying to convey and presented your rebuttal in an unnecessarily snide manner. I'm guessing you have a need to feel superior (sarcasm not intended). Don't make assumptions about me. You know the saying about assume. "

    jp wrote on Dec 6, 2008 7:03 PM:

    " i was not the author of the "Whom"

    put on your spectacles, and read "who" wrote what before you critique it!!!


    oh yeah, and one more thing.

    i am not a republican, nor a demo-rat.
    I am a Realist! "

    jp wrote on Dec 6, 2008 6:59 PM:

    " it was not I who wrote whom, it was someone else!
    So, get your reading glasses back on , and read who wrote it, then you may critique it!!! "

    Help to JP wrote on Dec 6, 2008 4:41 PM:

    " Come on guys - ease up on JP! He's a Sarah fan so he's not bright - we know that. And his grammar is in line with Bush and Palin - his idols. But should we blame him really? Or is it the Republican party we should blame? They decided to dummy down with their candidates and strike out an intelligence and intellectuals...

    So - when you want to ridicule dumb ole JP, Doggonit, just remember he's simply a product of his party. "

    To JP wrote on Dec 6, 2008 4:04 PM:

    " It should be--"And my governor would be who?", JP, not "whom".

    The use of "whom" probably sounds a little uptown to someone like you, who consistently writes and thinks at a third-grade level. But, I wouldn't be too quick to use grammar as a gimmicky device to make yourself sound better to other people, JP. Like Palin salivating for the VP role--you'd be way out of your league.

    So...it's probably best if you log off, stay home, scratch, grunt, wink and pass the mooseburgers around the shanty's piney-wood table, JP. "

    TO JP wrote on Dec 6, 2008 3:19 PM:

    " Actually, jp, your governor would be Palin, unless you lied on previous blogs about living in Alaska with your carharts and other rednecky gear.

    We would be delighted to further describe you--since you seem to be having an identity crisis. Just make that giant, sucking sound in the direction of the lower 48 that Palin parasites are known for and we will take that as our cue to provide all the adjectives we just love to use describing people like you! "

    To Jp From Oh NO NO wrote on Dec 6, 2008 11:56 AM:

    " And my governor would be whom? And my governor spent money on what exactly that you are taking issue with? Oh, oops, you must be talking about Palin. Blowing smoke out your orifices? I do believe you are a blog troll. "

    TO jp wrote on Dec 6, 2008 11:24 AM:

    " Well we certainly know what YOUR governor spent money on: CLOTHES!

    Oh, that's right--it wasn't her money but OTHER PEOPLE'S MONEY and if anyone notices that, they're just being troublemakers?

    Not! "

    jp to oh nonono wrote on Dec 6, 2008 11:06 AM:

    " you really should pay closer attention to what your own governor is doing, until you get that one corrected, leave ours out of it!
    what has your governor spent money on? can you list anything? or is there zero transparency there?
    perhaps transparency is not such a good thing eh? "

    Dear Excuse Me wrote on Dec 6, 2008 10:53 AM:

    " Kind of like you watch FOX and O'Reilly and Hannity and listen to Limbaugh and other right-wingers on the radio?? You guys are much worse at tossing out talking points provided by these Nazi networks.

    Let's see... the left has PBS and McNeil Lehrer hour - in depth, intelligent reporting... You have intolerant entertainers... hmmmm.... Yyyeah...

    Go read the bible, judge everyone and think of more ignorant wedge issues - you neanderthals. "

    Say what wrote on Dec 6, 2008 10:21 AM:

    " TO dear excuse me and to jp:

    So you're saying Fox news is lying about Palin's $180K wardrobe and we need to turn Fox off?!

    And you're saying because Michelle/Hillary had clothes paid for for ONE evening (tell us where you read that, if you're telling us the truth)--that is the greenlight for Palin to spend $180K for 2-months of wardrobe--and also clothes for the boyfriend, kiddos and hubby, too?

    All Palins parasites wanna do is change the subject when they're nailed with Palin facts. Even when it's comeing from rightwing news sources. You're crazy. "

    Oh NO NO NO NO part 2 wrote on Dec 6, 2008 9:16 AM:

    " Office re-do without council approval, taking the money from the roads fund. Biggest construction project of a century that is 8 years old, bit of an exaggeration. That project will not start for 5-10 years if ever according to the experts in your state. I agree that the clothes issue needs to go away, but don't be blind to her please. She has no integrity and there is plenty of evidence of that. Do some research yourself. Also, your own newspapers have printed negative articles about her. HYPOCRITE! "

    On NO NO NO NO wrote on Dec 6, 2008 8:28 AM:

    " The witch hunt is new and came from the left? Does the name Karl Rove mean anything to you? This sliming of candidates is all him and Bush for the last eight years. What a hypocrite you are. Also, I have done the research. How can you overlook Palin's numerous lies? What about that wonderful sports complex that is too far from town for kids who don't have rides to get there AND cost an $1.5 million more because of her ineptness? What about her $50K make-over of her office as mayor without "

    Dear Excuse Me part two wrote on Dec 5, 2008 10:49 PM:

    " It's funny how all Sarah Palin does is get things done and all she gets is crap from the national press. If Obama had accomplished a quarter of the things that Palin has it would be staggering, she was painted in such a poor light, if you didn't do your homework and think for yourself you would think the worst of her. You would be hard pressed to do better than her. One of the greatest construction projects of this century is about to begin because ofher watch and you think it's news that a campaign-donated-clothes-there-are-going-to-be-thousands-of-people-up-here-with-jobs-because-of-her.You-just-keep-watching-E!-News-Daily-and-Keith-Olbermann-they'll-tell-you-what-to-think. "

    Dear Excuse Me wrote on Dec 5, 2008 10:43 PM:

    " I know that facts aren't going to temper your revulsion for our governor -but did you know that the DNC bought Michelle over $120K in clothes and that Hillary's speech night outfit cost tens of thousands as well. This is not a new practice(buying clothes for candidates)-the witch-hunt is. It'sfunny Salem has come to Alaska via the enlightened on the left. Keep chasing issues that don't matter, Sarah will keep getting gas line contracts in place while you squawk over things that only belong in People Magazine or the Enquirer. "

    jp to excuse me wrote on Dec 5, 2008 10:03 PM:

    " the RNC were the ones at fault for the clothes.
    about the Victorias secret stuff, you're just jealous that you can't wear any of it, and you're one of the ones who protest their pageants on national tv!

    perhaps a diet may help?

    i think she looks pretty fit for her age, i can't discount the needs for undergarments, they are essential, and besides, you lesser 48'ers want a metrosexual of some sort in office, maybe she was just in training!
    i have seen the pictures of Obama in drag, i wonder who payed for that wardrobe? "

    Excuse me wrote on Dec 5, 2008 6:16 PM:

    " $180000 wardrobe, hair and makeup bill total from the RNC as of today--including from VICTORIA'S SECRET? Hello?!? Is anyone awake out there in Alaksa?

    Up until now, I was disgusted by Palin. Now I am totally repulsed by her.

    Enough of her. We can do so much better than this

    Can anyone of her supporters explain to me why this wastrel can't wear her own clothes to go to work in?! I seriously doubt if McCain spent that much money on HIS wardrobe! "

    jp the blogger troll wrote on Dec 5, 2008 4:31 PM:

    " if i shut down my businesses, and several others like myself, soon there'd be no more of our tax money to pay your welfare check!
    hint: welfare and social security are not a retirement plan, try doing something with the remnants of your youth, be a productive person in society, instead of the parasitic draw that you've chosen to be.
    there is dignity in hard work, try it sometime ! "

    hey blogger troll wrote on Dec 5, 2008 1:38 PM:

    " jp, i believe you are one of those bloggers palin described very colorfully and succinctly in one of her poor-loser, post-election diatribes--(as) some pimply guy lounging in his pajamas in his grandparent's basement, blogging all day.

    we're certain you don't work or work hard. don't think you'll ever be able to retire in your early 50s, like me.

    try working harder, jp, and blogging less. who knows, even a schmuck like you might get off welfare, develop a work ethic.

    given that we effortlessly slapped palin back to alaska--anything's possible! "

    No Palin No Huckabee wrote on Dec 5, 2008 1:27 PM:

    " A new poll has been released today by the CNN/Opinion Research Corporation showing that Palin/Huckabee top the potential ticket of GOP hopefuls for 2012.

    In view of such stellar advice by Palin's loser lackeys...guess we should just pitch this poll in the trash can.

    After all, it's CNN...they never tell the truth. More lies from the socialist media. "

    jp to to everyone wrote on Dec 4, 2008 9:55 PM:

    " you sir, are perhaps the brightest light on this tree!
    i have to agree with you on most points, other than one,.
    this is my bridge, and i do not intend to leave it, as it is close to home, and i'll defend it !
    i'll outwait these parasites, i only want them to leave our local newspaper, and our area out of their diseased, scum ridden, filth that they convey!
    i'm like a never ending holiday, the horrible, disgusting, obnoxious relative you can't get rid of!
    but remember one thing, i love all of you equally! "

    To Everyone wrote on Dec 4, 2008 6:39 PM:

    " JP is a blog troll. Ignore him and he will go away. He isn't interested in serious discourse; he is only interested in yanking everyone's chain. "

    jp wrote on Dec 4, 2008 5:20 PM:

    " i don't think i'd go by the name "Spankles.
    no offense spankles.
    i'm quite certain that most of these people find themselves watching re-runs of Seinfeld, over, and over, and over again, as that is how simple their minds work.
    unfortunately, that is how our country has become, a bunch of doh heads !

    i suggest watching the first ten minutes of the movie "Idiocracy" then you'll perhaps understand yourselves a little better, or perhaps you'll be totally confused. i'm kind of guessing you'll be the latter! "

    LOL wrote on Dec 4, 2008 2:08 PM:

    " Admit it, Spankles, you ARE jp! "

    Spankles wrote on Dec 4, 2008 11:44 AM:

    " jp is my hero. he should be Palin's adviser. We should all be thankful for his wisdom. "

    Well here it comes... wrote on Dec 4, 2008 10:36 AM:

    " Now that the election is over, the truth about Palin is becoming more revelatory by the day...including delays in expense reporting (going waaaay back!) that McCain's camp discovered.

    From attending whaling festivals with Piper in Barrow, and free lodging for herself and three daugters, to questionable travel, tips and food for the governor and husband--and worse-- Palin's thirst for self-gratification at other's expense, appears equal to her thirst for preventing financial disclosure in a timely, ethical fashion.

    We're in a recession folks! Can Alaska afford Palin, her indulgences and transparency issues? No! "

    TO JP wrote on Dec 4, 2008 9:53 AM:

    " What kind of boss blogs during business hours--and involves employees in his politically-charged rhetoric?

    Not a good one, or one in compliance with employment laws.

    You may want to read up, JP, on your responsibilities to NOT create a certain atmosphere at work, or with employees.

    Common sense tells us there's something wrong with this picture, JP. You're either running some insignificant little endeavor with a bunch of siblings, high school buddies and cousins, or you're not telling the truth.

    Bet you've seen more than one welfare check in your life. "

    TO JP wrote on Dec 4, 2008 9:05 AM:

    " I'm 52 years-old, have traveled around the world many times for business/ pleasure, lived in a Third World country once (for business) and have never, ever had to fight to retain my rights as an American on US soil.

    The only thing that comes close...having to put up with the damned product packaging in this country, post-Tylenol murders in the 1980s! How I miss the old days when you could open up something store-bought without pliers!

    Only a paranoid, chicken little survivalist thinks as you do. Leave society; find a cave to dwell in. "

    jp wrote on Dec 3, 2008 9:48 PM:

    " i have been around the world a few times, and i have never seen this many people with the naivete' as people in the U.S.
    you people need to respect, and embrace the freedoms that you unknowingly enjoy! and fight to keep them, as you will be broadsided when you lose them , as they are being slowly eroded by our elected officials.
    seek out people or literature to find out what our rights really are, and not the ones that our government says we are allowed to have!!! "

    jp wrote on Dec 3, 2008 9:31 PM:

    " hahaha, you people are easily irritated, i do this for fun, but i am accurate!
    i am an employer, not a welfare recipient!
    i employ people to do the job in which they get paid to perform, pay the taxes, and all the insurances in which it takes to be in business legally, and try to keep it profitable.
    all of my employees get a big kick out of what you ignoramous' write back to me.

    i absolutely love messing with you, it makes my days go by faster, and pleasurable.
    can we keep this up immeasurably? "

    Hey jp wrote on Dec 3, 2008 5:19 PM:

    " Why does JP assume that people sanction the disparagements of Bill Maher, just because they are members of the same political party?

    Do all Repubs sanction the rhetoric of Timothy McVeigh? He was a Repub.

    Just wondering...or will jp argue that there are different rules for different people in the Bush-flavored democracy? Now THAT would come as no surprise to America's prevailing majority! "

    Observer wrote on Dec 3, 2008 5:14 PM:

    " You know, jp, something I've noticed about your flap-trapping on these blogs is...you seem to think that you and the working class are the only hardworkers on this planet--and everyone else is either richer than God, or welfare recipients.

    Yet--I notice you blog day in/day out, at all hours of the day. Even during business hours.

    If you're such a hardworker, jp, and a member of the ranks of over-doers, how could you possibly have time to blog?

    You just don't add up. Sorry--but your lifestyle looks more like that of a welfare recipients--than not. "

    To jp wrote on Dec 3, 2008 1:48 PM:

    " Regarding jp's remark: " i'm so sorry that i offend you so much, as we all know, if it weren't true, it wouldn't bug you so much!

    Actually, jp, I live in a midwestern, medium-sized town and have been happily married to a member of the opposite sex since Reagan was still president.

    As usual, you don't know what you are talking about. Your rash judgments of others and the world are not only deeply offensive, but so enmeshed in discriminatory hate, you epitomize everything people characterize as rural and ignorant. "

    jp wrote on Dec 3, 2008 1:02 PM:

    " i'm disgusting for saying "citytard"? and "homo"?
    and Bill Mahrer is a saintly democrat right?
    and all those movie stars who are "saving the world" by getting people to put their money up for bogus charities, while they party for $35,000/night in Dubai probably on your dime!
    but that's okay, because they supported Obamas "Change"
    you should do your part, so they don't have to! "

    jp wrote on Dec 3, 2008 8:23 AM:

    " i'm so sorry that i offend you so much, as we all know, if it weren't true, it wouldn't bug you so much!

    Helly Hansen is a brand of work clothes made for extreme conditions, like commercial fishing, i'm certain some of you have seen "Deadliest Catch" those are mostly Helly Hansen rain gear, and the boots they wear are "extra tuffs"

    i wouldn't recommend you wear them in big city, as someone may think that you are a Star off of the popular tv show, and perhaps trample you. "

    To jp wrote on Dec 3, 2008 7:48 AM:

    " ...are you trying to tell us jp that sara palin wears carharts to work--so she HAD TO BUY new clothes using other people's money 'cause all she has is carharts?

    try selling that igloo to someone else, eskimo joe. no one in the lower 48 is going to buy that.

    gee...i guess if palin DOESN'T wear carharts to work, and because she isn't a member of the working class she MUST be a welfare recipient--according to your standards, jp. "

    Disgusted Republican wrote on Dec 3, 2008 5:53 AM:

    " I certainly don't need anyone to tell me what a Republican is. I've been a Republican since the mid-1960s and we've given the maximum amount of money every election.

    I suspect you're one of those country/western/bible-thumping/macncheez/porkrinds/Confederate flag waving hillbillies who want to turn our party into a trailor trash haven, who aspires to go to a strip mall community college someday after you pay off your second-hand hot rod. You probably let your 16-year-old daughter smoke at the dinner table--in front of her kids.

    Start your own party. We don't want any rednecks. "

    TO jp to citytards wrote on Dec 3, 2008 5:23 AM:

    " Your comments, JP, are so deeply offensive I'm surprised this newspaper allows them to be printed on this blog.

    "Citytards" and "homos". You're disgusting, JP, and everything real Republicans fear is infiltrating the party--Palin-esque prototypes.

    Your convoluted idea that only working class people put in the hours and elbow grease is so far off the mark--and to assume that anyone who isn't a working class outbacker from Alaska in welfare shows your ignorance and familiarity with the real world.

    It's inconceivable there's is any hope for people like you--you're going to fester until you die. "

    Spankles to jp wrote on Dec 3, 2008 3:49 AM:

    " I don't like them fancy city folks much either. I'm glad there are good honest people like you in the valley. white flight is bringing a lot of them city slickers out here. "

    To JP wrote on Dec 3, 2008 3:44 AM:

    " So, to be clear, to be from Alaska means that you are a homophobic, uneducated, name-calling, bombastic, obdurate individual who will stick by his position no matter how wrong it is? "

    jp to city-tards wrote on Dec 2, 2008 9:29 PM:

    " okay, a"carhart" is a brand of work clothing, in which people who actually "work "use.
    yes, i'm talking about people who work with their hands, and do physical labor, like the ones taxes who support you!
    i think almost everyone in alaska knows what carharts are, or they are probably transient welfare recipients from a state like yours.
    you see, people here don't wear suits, and silk shirts, they would be considered homos.
    the next installment, i'll explain other worker wear, in which you will have no clue about; Helly Hansens, and extra tuffs !!! "

    Another Disgusted Republican wrote on Dec 2, 2008 8:16 PM:

    " Just because you are a far-right, Bible thumping, fundamentalist "Christian" doesn't mean you own our party. You and your kind are the pseudo-republicans. The rest of us are real republicans and genuine Christians. Shame on Sarah for disgracing our party with her lack of integrity. You people are nothing but far-right, Bible thumping hypocrites. "

    To disgusted Republican wrote on Dec 2, 2008 6:35 PM:

    " You are not Republican. As a republican, maybe you should be disgusted that we have a far left leaning usurper about to take over as President of our country. Maybe you are confused about what a Republican stands for? "

    NormaJ wrote on Dec 2, 2008 5:52 PM:

    " Did everyone see the new poll that shows Mccain voters are much better educated on political matters that Obama voters. And Fox news viewers scored most informed! If you haven't seen the utube video HowObamaGotElected video, you should check it out. It is quite amusing, but sad to see so many uneducated Obama voters. And obama voters call Palin uneducated??? "

    to all wrote on Dec 2, 2008 5:42 PM:

    " You people are insane. You go on and on with all this stuff about clothes, and THEN say someone is a sore loser when we ask to see a birth certificate. Irate mobs have been calling the Chicago Tribune after the article ran, demanding that Obama turn it over!!! This is serious business and will not go away until Obama adresses it. This clothes issue is petty- and untrue- so move on to more important issues, like violating the Constitution. Or can you not come up with better dirt on Palin? "

    Excuse me JP wrote on Dec 2, 2008 4:12 PM:

    " JP--I'm a working class single mother and despite the fact that I don't have a governor's paycheck, can still manage to clothe myself and three children without taking money--even from my former husband.

    My confidence in myself and my kids is such that if the global spotlight were to fall upon us tomorrow, I would proudly put my family out there while never taking a single penny from anyone else for expensive clothes.

    You don't have to be snobby or citified to be properly dressed. That sounds like a terrible excuse for greed to me. "

    Disgusted Republican wrote on Dec 2, 2008 2:26 PM:

    " What the "h" is a carhart? Some rednecky thing?

    Good lord, don't the Palins have skirts, shirts, suits, blouses, pants, dresses, ties, sweaters, jackets, coats, socks, diapers, gloves, hose, lingerie and shoes?

    Do Alaskans not wear those items? If so, why didn't the Palins wear their own? What in the world does Mrs. Palin wear to her job as governor? Aren't those clothes? Enough of this nonsense. "

    TO jp wrote on Dec 2, 2008 1:56 PM:

    " jp, could you please transcribe your entry here into English? Nobody knows what in the world you are talking about.

    How about YOU explain to us why the Palin family didn't use their own clothes--since teamsarah seems to have lost her fanatical verve, or else has come to the realization that she is backing the wrong (clothes)horse and changed her allegiances.

    At any rate, not one Palin supporter is willing to answer this one. They must know she hoodwinked her own party and GOP donors. No? "

    jp wrote on Dec 2, 2008 12:11 PM:

    " you see, carharts are wasilla, and alaska chic, but not D.C. savvy.

    i wish they would have worn everyday attire, and acted as everyday people, and not tried to live up to these stupid standards of " wannabe classy" city maggots.
    i know people in big cities who spend more money on clothes than they do on rent or a house payment.
    the clothes of the working class should reflect the working class, playing dress up is for pansy metrosexuals.
    i'm a carhart kind of guy, and i hate cities! "

    Amen wrote on Dec 2, 2008 8:23 AM:

    " I agree with Talk about Dense and would like to pose the same question to Palin and her supporters:

    WHY DIDN'T PALIN AND HER FAMILY USE THEIR OWN CLOTHES IN THE FIRST PLACE?

    Simple question. Any foaming-at-the-mouth Palin parasites wanna answer it? "

    Talk About Dense wrote on Dec 1, 2008 8:19 PM:

    " For To talk about dense wrote on Dec 1, 2008 6:41 PM

    The details about Palin's wardrobe fiasco and McCain's staff/campaign reaction is common knowledge thanks to media reports on Fox, CNN, the top three networks, numerous newspapers and magazines. How'd you miss it?

    Your attempts to distract away from the wardrobe issue are typical of Palin supporters. Many bloggers here angry with Palin's gluttony have posed questions to her supporters, which remain unanswered. They disappear like cowards (where'd 'teamsarah' go, BTW?) when asked questions--such as--why didn't she/family use her/their own clothes? "

    Robert wrote on Dec 1, 2008 6:48 PM:

    " Sarah Palin may be your governor but she is inept and unqualified on the national stage. She was an embarrassment. Because of her total lack of understand of domestic and foreign issues, plus her rightwing zealous views, are the reasons the moderates and indedpendents ran the other way. Let her run in 2012. She will never get elected. "

    To talk about dense wrote on Dec 1, 2008 6:41 PM:

    " Really? Were you on the campaign trail with McCain and privy to the inside details of the campaign? That's amazing. Oh, and remember Obama agreed to take public funding, then back pedaled. Did not keep his word. Oh well, just a precursor of coming events. Broken promises will be his new slogan now that he is elected. "

    Spankles wrote on Dec 1, 2008 3:22 PM:

    " Sarah, We need some more rebate money or stimulus money or something. How about a one time payout of all the PFD money? Then all the newcomer scammers with tons of kids would leave, and we would all be rich. COME ON! "

    TO CONSERVATIVES wrote on Dec 1, 2008 8:29 AM:

    " The conservative newspaper, The Wall Street Journal, had an amazingly enlightened article on Ms. Palin. It's nice to see that most intelligent people on BOTH SIDES OF THE POLITICAL AISLE agree that she's an embarrassment. Follow the link below to WSJ...

    http://sec.online.wsj.com/article/SB122610558004810243.html?mod=article-outset-box "

    For the cry babies wrote on Dec 1, 2008 8:06 AM:

    " I am fed up with a bunch of whiny, weak losers calling Democrats socialists, Marxists, communists, whatever outrageous lie--and Obama, the messiah--which is downright blasphemous--just because they LOST BIG TIME and are too weak to blame themselves and instead--blame, and name call the winners.

    Really, you people are pathetic and your name calling makes you look and sound so juvenile. You're either doomsday-crazy, stupid or both if you can't accept the fact that you lost because of who you put on your ticket in the first place.

    Grow up. "

    Unreal wrote on Dec 1, 2008 7:26 AM:

    " Did you say 'a ridiculous waste' of funds, bardsmith? He won the election didn't he?

    Even McCain has admitted Obamas campaign was excellently run and he wished he could have raised the $$ Obama did.

    Sounds like sour grapes to me.

    The McFailin's lost--get over it--for everyone's sake, including your own. You people really need to move forward and get with the program. Pin your hopes on the future, the past is behind us and you can't do anything to change it. What's done is done. Move on. "

    jp wrote on Nov 30, 2008 8:15 PM:

    " to all of you who think Obama has to care about the "minorities"
    he is one, therefore he does not have to be charitable, prudent, or even care about how much money was spent on his election wardrobe, or money spent on tv ads!
    he is the messiah, and we all should treat him as such, or prepare for the unbridled rage of the liberal media!!! "

    DOGGONE IT wrote on Nov 30, 2008 7:47 PM:

    " Gosh BARDSMITH, and to think that mean old Obama could have been using donor dollars to clothe the poor--like McCain did.

    Shucks! "

    Talk About Dense wrote on Nov 30, 2008 7:39 PM:

    " bardsmith, could it be you're deliberately missing the point?

    Obama and the Dems RAISED the money they spent, to SPEND ON ADS AND PROMOTIONS. That's why they raised it. Get it? They weren't trying to raise campagin funds to feed the hungry--and neither was McCain.

    Palin's outrageous wardrobe buys were an unbudgeted expense--not to mention an unnecessary one--and the RNC and McCain campagin scrambled to COME UP WITH THE FUNDS.

    Biden's entire family bought their own clothes. Why can't the Palins? If they're that poor, Sarah should have said NO. "

    bardsmith wrote on Nov 30, 2008 3:24 PM:

    " I honestly don't see why people keep harping about Palin's 150K clothing budget. Obama just spent 650 MILLION on ads, including that 30 min infomercial on all the networks right before the election. Now THAT'S a ridiculous waste. Just think of how many poor people could have been helped with that money. "

    to fish re minder wrote on Nov 30, 2008 8:17 AM:

    " unfortunately an "impressive group" needs an impressive leader. We are still missing that one important element. "

    2 of 2 wrote on Nov 30, 2008 8:13 AM:

    " Mrs. Obama traditionally buys off-the-rack at middle class retailers, by the way. I noticed you left that out.

    It would be prudent and fair if Palin's supporters would cite their sources when they speak of the Obama's, as the mainstream press has regarding Palin's wardrobe issues.

    As a Palin supporter, perhaps you'll explain why she and her family didn't use their own clothes? Also, why she was buying for her daughter's boyfriend? Obviously, it's about $149,000 cheaper to ship clothing than it is to spend $150,000 on new duds.

    Any thoughts on that, teamsarah? "

    1 of 2 wrote on Nov 30, 2008 8:07 AM:

    " Teamsarah, it sounds like the Obama's wardrobe is on a par with George and Laura Bush, but slightly below Cindy and John McCain and Hillary and Bill Clinton--to cite some examples.

    I don't see anything in your blog that says they can't afford the clothes they are wearing, or had to find a donor or political party to pay for them. I also don't see anything in your blog that shows excessive spending for a typical upper-middle class/lower wealthy class family.

    I'm out of room--more in the next blog... "

    fish re-minder wrote on Nov 30, 2008 5:31 AM:

    " To all of you who are so frightened that Obama is a socialist and that his election will result in the abolishment of freedoms, increase in taxes for all, etc. etc. please watch and read the news. Most experts on economics and national security in the government, business, and in the media are reporting that not only are they relieved with his choices to date, but they actually believe that he is putting together a very impressive group to work together. You cannot continue to whine that there is a media conspiracy. Open your mind. "

    Peanut Santiago in Sunny Florida wrote on Nov 30, 2008 12:44 AM:

    " I live in Florida, a conservative, Republican state for the most part.... Democrats here are at a distinct disadvantage.

    I am shocked--totally shocked--that Florida went Democrat in the presidential election. All our swing state votes went to Obama.

    The ONLY way for Obama to win in Florida...was getting the vast majority of the (mostly moderate) undecided voters AND quite a bit of crossover Republicans to vote for him.

    The two main reasons given by crossover Republicans I know are the economic meltdown and dislike of Sarah Palin....

    Draw your OWN conclusions! "

    NormaJ wrote on Nov 29, 2008 9:52 PM:

    " I'm glad you admire me! Thank alot!! "

    Teamsarah wrote on Nov 29, 2008 9:31 PM:

    " Barack Obama and wife Michelle on their radical chic? You can start with a $1,500 suit for Barack, which contains an opulent 3 percent cashmere and comes from "the largest suitmaker in the United States," The colorful Thakoon wrap dresses Mrs. Obama has worn, are priced around $1250 each. Mrs. Obama's favorite Chicago designer Maria Pinto, who crafted Michelle's convention speech dress, charges anywhere from $900-$5,000 for her dresses. Other Pinto pieces, like shirts and accessories, start at $300 each.
    In the end, does this all really matter in the light of our US Constitution being destroyed?! "

    The Pot and the Kettle wrote on Nov 29, 2008 9:26 PM:

    " NormaJ, if we are to move beyond the "haters", we must begin with Palin. "

    To Norma J wrote on Nov 29, 2008 8:54 PM:

    " "It's clear that integrity is not an important issue with you. Seriously, Norma J, you need to take some history and political science classes. You're embarrassing yourself, but I have to admire the amount of venom you are able to spew each time. By the way, "a lot" is two words. I'm finished trying to educate you. Go back to school. " "

    NormaJ wrote on Nov 29, 2008 8:30 PM:

    " Sarah, and fellow conservatives: stay strong and true to American ideals. This site is a prime example of all the hate and bad will we must stand against. Let's all stand together, and united we will represent, preserve, and perpetuate the freedoms and liberties this truely great country is founded on.
    Let's move beyond the haters. "

    To Bardsmith wrote on Nov 29, 2008 8:08 PM:

    " If you're a journalist and think the media is biased, why don't you do something about it?

    ANYONE IN THIS COUNTRY CAN MAJOR IN JOURNALISM! The previous blogger pointed that out. And there's no law that says we must have 50% liberals/ 50% conservatives for journalists.

    There are bad journalists representing each side--not just one.

    It may be that open-minded people are just more drawn to the profession. Even so, if the conservatives don't like it--it's up to them to change that balance--instead of griping about it. Otherwise, too bad. "

    fishminder wrote on Nov 29, 2008 8:02 PM:

    " Kenton Lodwick-why not support the President-elect and pray that God will guide him as he leads this nation? Remember that "both John McCain and Barack Obama are good people and that whomever is elected will have a monstrous job ahead." Is it not the Christians' duty to pray and support our President? Why criticize anyone who supports Obama when they voted in good faith? You have the right to your vote...don't we have the right to ours without being belittled. Sad that those whose candidate lost, can't get past it for the good of America. "

    TooMuchTooLittleTooLate wrote on Nov 29, 2008 7:46 PM:

    " Clearly, to tomuchtoolilltbraintoolate wrote on Nov 29, 2008 2:01 PM, you are filled with a mega dose of "loser rage".

    Like a great many of Americans, I don't care how many houses McCain's father-in-law's money allowed him to buy. I cared that he couldn't remember.

    And like a great many Americans, I also cared that the Palin's can't afford their own clothes.

    Those are the salient details that didn't go unnoticed by an informed public--when they stepped into the voting booth nearly a month ago, and set this country on a saner course. "

    Jackie wrote on Nov 29, 2008 7:38 PM:

    " God allowed Obamb to be president because it was what America wanted.
    The majority voted for Obama. That should tell us how far away from God's Laws America has fallen. Obama is a picture of the majority of America. God showed us His woman, full of integrety,wisdom, her love for God & America. Handled all the media bias with Grace. Allowing the Rapture does not happen before 2012 we wil be ready for Sarah Palin, Woman of truth & integrity
    Thank's Sarah from a 49 year Democrat for what you tried to do. "

    fishminder wrote on Nov 29, 2008 7:29 PM:

    " No, those who voted for Obama are not waiting for the sea to part, nor do any of us believe he is the messiah.  That is just another conservative distortion intended to water down any effectiveness he might have.  Those who voted are serious about wanting to turn this country around and actually accomplish something.  We didn't think McCain had any ideas that would change anything and were concerned that Sarah would not represent all of us.  Any chance of giving the guy a chance. Is it fair to undermine him before he takes office?
    Thats not American. "

    WhatABunchOfNutcases wrote on Nov 29, 2008 7:21 PM:

    " What a bunch of victims we have here on this blog, Palin supporters one and all!

    Why don't you turn off your computers, get off your fat duffs and get out there and make sure the Supreme Court hears your arguments about Obama's "real" birthplace, or fight this incredible end-of-the-world marxist takeover you are so certain you have proof of, or become conservative journalists, or unfix this "stolen" election, or.....

    Oh, that's right. You can't. Because nothing you say is based in facts or reality--just alot of extremist, whacko, paranoid fantasies.

    Blog on. "

    To Ducksinarow wrote on Nov 29, 2008 6:17 PM:

    " Is that a threat? "

    ducksinarow wrote on Nov 29, 2008 5:16 PM:

    " What a touching article. He was able to write things I feel, but have trouble putting to pen. As an Alaskan it makes me proud to share Sarah with rest of the country. Most of the "flyover" states "get" her, the rest don't deserve her. It will be my pleasure to share her with the country in 2012. We have not seen the last of Sarah Palin. "

    lisajulia wrote on Nov 29, 2008 4:38 PM:

    " I agree 100% with the article. Sarah you are an inspiration to so many. I am still trying to reconcile the fact that 'conservatives' are now a very small minority. We have become a pompous, self-absorbed, ruthless society. I believe we will self-destruct unless someone like you ends up in the white house.
    i am part of www.teamsarah.org
    Believe me when i tell you that even though we are a minority, we are unwavering.
    God bless you Sarah. Keep fighting the good fight..especially for the unborn. "

    bardsmith wrote on Nov 29, 2008 2:46 PM:

    " I am tired of hearing about the $150K spent on Palin's clothes. Why did the press not not investigate the truly BIG story of Obama's fraudulent campaign contributions from nonsensical people called "Xyzxyz" etc. And also the odd denominations that were being donated were a clear signal the money came from foreign currency that was exchanged for American dollar value. Only Americans are allowed to donate to a presidential candidate! "

    to tomuchtoolilltbraintoolate wrote on Nov 29, 2008 2:01 PM:

    " McCains House total was 12- he said so himself- that's right, the liberals are so uninformed! Do you have a problem with that? Do you want him to "spread the wealth?" "

    Too muchtoo little too late wrote on Nov 29, 2008 12:58 PM:

    " This is for--
    hey team sara wrote on Nov 28, 2008 3:02 PM:

    Final tally on the McCain homes was 7 or 8, each worth more than a million. I don't think McCain himself ever produced the final tally--the media stayed on it though.

    At one end of the ticket we had a man with so many (expensive) homes, he couldn't keep track--at the other end of the ticket, a candidate who couldn't afford clothing for her family and had to "borrow" some in a greedy way.
    (And they wonder why mainstreamers voted against them?) "

    susitna-flower wrote on Nov 29, 2008 12:18 PM:

    " Leave it to someone from O'Fallon IL. to say this so eloquently. Mr. Elsasser, I agree with you 100%.

    It IS so refreshing to have someone willing to stand up in the face of so much hatred. The media is always so willing to perpetuate the lies. I also have to thank the Frontiersman for publishing your letter! "

    bardsmith wrote on Nov 29, 2008 11:05 AM:

    " I'd like to define "fair and balanced" reporting. It means that the writer uses facts only and does not allow his/her personal opinions to seep in. Here's another example, a minor but important one: In a recent newspaper article on a pro-life march in Texas, the reporter wrote: "(Cardinal) DiNardo's concluding remarks were mild. 'We're here ... to pray for life."
    Well, using the word "mild" is a judgment on the part of the reporter. To her, it was mild. To me, it was powerful.
    That's why it's an opinion. "

    bardsmith wrote on Nov 29, 2008 10:49 AM:

    " "So if the Repubs really believe their paranoid thinking--that the media is overseen by a bunch a liberals--why don't they major in journalism?"

    I have a journalism degree. Back in journalism school, I was taught that news stories must be fair and balanced. I've seen less and less of this in recent years. For example, TIME magazine did a lead article about Obama. It was astonishingly biased. The author? Joe Klein, an avowed Democratic editorialist. Tell me, how do you get fair and balanced news reporting from a man who writes editorials? "

    Tawanna wrote on Nov 29, 2008 10:30 AM:

    " I've been a life long Democrat but this is the first time I've voted Republican. I adore Sarah Palin and what she has done for the Alaskan people. My party has failed me. The Democrats have had control of Congress but failed to protect us from the Fannie/Freddie Mac disaster which set off the economic crisis. Now we have Obama who wants to put our country further in debt. What will happen to my children's generation whose future is on borrowed time and money? "

    Kenton Lodwick wrote on Nov 29, 2008 10:14 AM:

    " Wow!....So many non-Alaskan Obama minions posting nonsense about our Sarah.Have you gotten your rabies shots yet?You all should be home,chanting and waiting expectantly for Jan 20,2009:The day when "the oceans will recede and the earth begin to heal",according to your little messiah. "

    Ivana wrote on Nov 29, 2008 9:44 AM:

    " Thank You Sarah Palin, I send all my prayer to you and your family.Nothing is to Great and nothing is too small to commit into the hands of the lord.You have made the lord smile!! A lot of people don't know what they are doing to their souls so we all need to pray for them,before it is to late for their souls.God is with you Sarah he will put you were he needs you.Jesus through the Immaculate Heart of Mary be with you and your beautiful family.With all of our love for the Father and our country. "

    Susanne wrote on Nov 29, 2008 9:37 AM:

    " I am concerned about people who so freely offer up hate talk and disrespectful comments to a good article and someone's honest opinion. Why do this to a fellow American? Also, get your facts straight, Commenters! If you get your info from the MSM, you are getting about 5% truth. Bill Elsasser from O’Fallon, Ill is correct in all he says. Please rethink your stance. "

    DebMI wrote on Nov 29, 2008 9:30 AM:

    " obama is an illegitimate president - he is not a natural born citizen and he stole the election. He committed huge fraud - who knows how many millions of votes he stole and who knows how many votes he prevented from the McCain/Palin ticket from receiving. Only fools voted for obaba - he has no allegience to you - he just used you.. "

    NormaJ wrote on Nov 29, 2008 9:14 AM:

    " Kennedy was so yesterday?? Last I checked he was still an elected U.S.senator. No?? Soon he will be judged for his deeds, as we all will, when our time comes. But they should have voted him out a long time ago! "

    Enough of this wrote on Nov 29, 2008 8:57 AM:

    " What a bunch of sappy sad sacks! Quit your whining and bellyaching, you sore losers. You people had your chance and you lost.

    Failin' Palin is back in her igloo. It's over. You lost. Get over it.

    Time for a reality check: Anyone who voted for McVain and Failin' Palin backed losers. You are in this country's MINORITY. In America, the MAJORITY RULES.

    Grow up! Only cry babies yammer on this long and this country doesn't need that. Pull yourselves up by your bootstraps, for heaven's sake! "

    TheReality wrote on Nov 29, 2008 8:36 AM:

    " fishminder wrote on Nov 28, 2008 4:59 PM:
    "Time to regroup and consider why your party is not appealing to the majority of Americans."

    Oh, that's easy. Between the vote fraud, the biased and lying media, and the idiotic White Liberal Guilt being pushed for generations in our schools, of course they would vote the way they did.

    What is needed is to crack down on that PC crap. I would say more, but it's already illegal.

    Wake up, "true" Americans. "

    Tom wrote on Nov 29, 2008 8:26 AM:

    " Obviously the people on here who oppose Palin are looking forward to their wealth being taken from them and given to undeserving pieces of sewage. Obviously they are looking forward to the loss of any ability to criticize people in power. And obviously so many of them are too stupid to read that Palin was indeed exonerated of the charges against her.

    Obviously they suffer a White Liberal Guilt that preventst them from any sort of rational thought. Perhaps the coming Marxism will wake them up. But I doublt it. They seem too stupid. "

    Palinfan wrote on Nov 29, 2008 8:15 AM:

    " Everyone stop with the harassment! Sarah Palin is a woman who should be honored and respected by everyone! She has done so much for America while she ran for VP; she instilled in many hearts hope for the future and she inspired so many people, especially women, young and old. Thank you for this good letter to Sarah. She deserves our love and support. America needs Sarah; some just do not realize it. Sarah is honest, sincere, loving, caring, smart, inspiring, and courageous. Do not believe the nasty rumors about Sarah that you hear. She is our hope "

    JanC wrote on Nov 29, 2008 6:51 AM:

    " I hope that Alaska won't mind giving Sarah back to the US since Obama will soon be declared ineligible for the Presidency. There are multiple cases going through the courts. If only one is successful it will cause the Democratic Party to forfeit the election. Nancy Pelosi has signed her name to a statement that Obama is the official nominee of the Democratic Party. She'll be going down, too, having been charged with abuse of authority. A new American revolution is coming. Sarah Palin will be the General. "

    Poor Sarah wrote on Nov 29, 2008 6:28 AM:

    " We're never going to be finished with the clothes issue--it reveals so much about Palin--her greed, ineptitude and inability to home-budget like a real American woman.

    If Palin's so poor she can't afford to clothe herself and her family, she should not have run with McCain.

    It's that simple folks.

    If you've proof of any Democratic candidate spending at least $150000 on clothes, hair and makeup for themselves and families, cite your news sources and include a web address.

    Otherwise, shut up and accept the fact that Palin is universally poorly perceived--for legitimate reasons. "

    Mike In Missouri wrote on Nov 29, 2008 4:37 AM:

    " God bless Sarah and the entire Palin family. The wicked media hate her because she is good. Those who are foolish (almost all democrats) hate her because she is wise enough to trust in God. Those of us who are in Christ know what she went through because we all get that same treatment from the lost. Satan doesn't want Sarah in Office but God does and so do we. "

    To Norma J wrote on Nov 28, 2008 8:44 PM:

    " Kennedy was so yesterday. Could you try to be just a little more mature than a junior high kid? "

    Hey All Ya All wrote on Nov 28, 2008 8:41 PM:

    " Holy cow! What a bunch of unsubstantiated moose nuggets! Everybody needs to grow up and act like adults here. I was just stopping by. Don't think I'll be back. "

    jp wrote on Nov 28, 2008 7:21 PM:

    " is it illegal to wish someone a horrible fate?
    is it a bad thing to wish the death of a person who would ruin an entire society, and their way of life?

    would you sacrifice your life, to save countless others?

    will our next president treat our soldiers better than our country did after viet nam ??????




    that's what our soldiers think about everyday!

    think about these things, as you eat your daily meals, while they eat out of an M.R.E.! "

    jp to clothes wrote on Nov 28, 2008 7:03 PM:

    " are you that stupid? really? it's about clothes?
    or how about how palin took her family with her?
    how about Obama? did he leave his family at home?
    all politicians take their families with them. don't be stupid, as for the clothes, how about Obamas clothes, and his wifes tents ? i'm certain it takes twice as much material to cover that!!! "

    jp wrote on Nov 28, 2008 6:58 PM:

    " we all know that barack was born in kenya, as all his brothers and sisters have stated, we just have to get the supreme court to make him provide a certificate of "Live" birth from somewhere within the boundaries of the united states, or a territory in which we control, and they have NOT done that yet!

    if his own family states that he was born there, how can we dispute this without positive proof???? "

    NormaJ wrote on Nov 28, 2008 6:54 PM:

    " OK you are right about the emotional aspect and the Kennedy's. It has always really bugged me. Nixon and watergate were wrong, and the Republicans paid for the Watergate scandal with impeachment, as they should have, but WHY ARE THE KENNEDY'S STILL AROUND?????? In all honesty, don't you find them an embarrassment? That is a sincere question. "

    NormaJ wrote on Nov 28, 2008 5:23 PM:

    " oooooch, little sensitivity on the Kennedy/ democratic morals (or lack of) You can't deny Teddy left her at the bottom-and claimed Uh- I forgot she was down there??? forgot I drowned her?? Slipped my mind, really. It astonishes me how democratic voters can overlook stuff like this, and make big deals out of wardrobes?? Sarah has expensie clother!!! Teddy killed somebody!!!! Teddy is a true American hero, American royalty. And don't think of putting any wind mills in his back yard. "

    To TeamSarah wrote on Nov 28, 2008 5:06 PM:

    " Joe Biden might rent a $4million home, but that doesn't mean his rent is $4million. Use your head, idiot. DC is an extremely expensive place to live. Get rid of some of your bile and argue intelligently. "

    To TeamSarah et al wrote on Nov 28, 2008 5:04 PM:

    " Puh-eeze do not make the mistake of painting all dems with the same brush or even all Kennedys. Don't think there is a Dem anywhere who thinks Ted was innocent in that fiasco. Want me to paint all repubs with the Watergate brush? Use your head and make intelligent posts. Too many remarks are purely emotional in these postings. Let's all try to rise above it and have an intelligent, well-resesearche, and open-minded discussion. "

    fishminder wrote on Nov 28, 2008 4:59 PM:

    " My, but McCain/Palin supporters are sure having a hard time moving on, even while America spirals into a serious financial crisis. Time to move on. John McCain and Sarah Palin lost. They lost in large margins. Time to regroup and consider why your party is not appealing to the majority of Americans. And if this and other "Greta" blogs is any indicator of who is still voting Repub., it is unlikely that independents, minorities and young people will vote conservative unless alot of work is done. Good luck with that...better get working message "

    Clothes wrote on Nov 28, 2008 4:00 PM:

    " Obviously, the McCains (senator/plus wife family's $$) and the Obamas (2 lawyer family/author bestselling books) can afford expensive clothing on their respective budgets. I think most rational people have no problem with that. We wear, eat, dwell and drive in what we can afford.

    It's a problem when someone goes hog wild shopping--when they can't afford it. (Sound like the housing crisis to anyone??)

    We expect our leaders to show common sense and budgetary know how.

    Palin has set a very embarrassingly bad example--not only to American citizens, but America's children. "

    hey team sara wrote on Nov 28, 2008 3:02 PM:

    " of course biden rents for a few days...he admits he is the most frugal member of senate. he would not/could not afford otherwise, being a man who lives within his budget. (me, too! i stayed in a $40-million hotel for t'giving Eve, but it only cost me $69 plus tax!)

    reminds me--hey--does anyone know the final tally on mccain's million-dollar homes? was cindy just so loaded up she lost track of what she was buying with her daddy's money, or what? did mccain ever even give a final tally? "

    Observer wrote on Nov 28, 2008 2:48 PM:

    " This talk of journalism and fact finding makes me think of a huge pet-peeve...

    What's with the Repubs whining for decades and decades about a "liberal media"? Last time I checked, anyone could major in journalism--Dems, Repubs, bible-thumpers, atheists, ANYone.

    So if the Repubs really believe their paranoid thinking--that the media is overseen by a bunch a liberals--why don't they major in journalism?

    Please, a little common sense. If you don't like it, fix it. Otherwise, quit your cry-baby whining. Nobody likes to listen to that--especially in a free country. "

    Huh wrote on Nov 28, 2008 2:05 PM:

    " Oh, I see...Ted Stevens only has to be better than the Ted Kennedy of your inflated nightmares, in order to get elected, is that right, Norma?

    Would that be the Alaska standard?

    That would explain Alaskan's choice for governor.

    My dog is better than a vicious pit bull...guess I'll grill him my steak for dinner. (wink, wink and a great big ka-ching!) "

    Fact Checker to TEAM SARAH wrote on Nov 28, 2008 2:02 PM:

    " Goodness...some journalistic basics first...

    Gonsalves writes for whom?

    A Washington stylist says... Name/date/title of publication?

    You cite a HOT Air Blog for a DNC-covered expense for staging (which the RNC also paid for, too)? A Blog?!?

    Listen...we need LEGITIMATE press, i.e., Fox, CNN, CBS, ABC, NBC, UP, AP, Reuters, National Review, New Republic, etc.--not bottom barrel pubs. And, of course, no National Inquirer, please.

    Don't wear yourself out digging up trash...save yourself some time and energy here, please, else we get into "...but, my COUSIN told me...!".

    Thanks so much. "

    NormaJ wrote on Nov 28, 2008 1:43 PM:

    " No body is more crooked that Ted Kennedy. Do you think Ted Stavens act comes close to killing a woman and leaving her at the bottom of the sound??
    Has Ted Kennedy ever paid for his misdeeds?? Oh that's right, the democrats don't have to live up to any moral code. "

    independent wrote on Nov 28, 2008 1:40 PM:

    " Good God, and Michelle Obama didn't even look good on that kind of a budget!!
    Whose money were they spending??
    What the Obama's spent makes Sarah look like a pauper, dressing 8 for 150,000. "

    teamsarah wrote on Nov 28, 2008 12:51 PM:

    " Fact Checker:
    Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama paid a German company nearly $700,000 for staging, sound and lighting services at a time he delivered a speech this summer in which he declared himself a “citizen” of both the U.S. and the world…From HOT AIr BLog "

    teamsarah wrote on Nov 28, 2008 12:46 PM:

    " Fact Checker:
    A washington stylist. Michelle Obama paid big $$$ right before the campaign for a new wardrobe. Each of her outfits cost $1,500 and her husbands Marx suits cost $2000 of which he ordered 5 more.
    Will send more. By the way; DID YOU NOTICE MICHELL O STICKING HER TONGUE OUT WHILE LOKING IN THE CAMERA ON ELECTION NIGHT? "

    aanie wrote on Nov 28, 2008 12:36 PM:

    " TROOPERGATE WAS A OCTOBER SURPRISE PLANNED BY OBAMA CAMPAIGN.
    The guarantee by Democratic Senator Hollis French of an October surprise partially came true.

    The report issued to a legislative panel [found:

    No ethics rules or laws were broken when she dismissed the Public Safety Commissioner Monegan.

    Palin broke an ethics rule, but no laws, for trying to get Trooper Wooten fired. [Ethics rules don't allow for asking for a man to be fired that (allegedly) threatened to kill the Governor's father.] "

    annie wrote on Nov 28, 2008 12:34 PM:

    " LOL
    Obot please wake up before it is too late.
    The Smear
    Palin abused her power by firing a state trooper that was married to her sister
    The Truth: The Trooper Has Never Been Fired.
    The guarantee by Democratic Senator Hollis French of an October surprise partially came true.

    The report issued to a legislative panel found:

    No ethics rules or laws were broken when she dismissed the Public Safety Commissioner Monegan. "

    teamsarah wrote on Nov 28, 2008 12:30 PM:

    " 'Average Joe' Biden Rents $4 Million Home

    Thursday, November 27, 2008
    By: Chris Gonsalves

    Joe Biden may portray himself as a lunch-bucket Democrat with working-class roots, but when it comes to the holidays, the vice president-elect parties like a Kennedy.


    Biden and his family caused a stir Wednesday aboard the high-speed ferry from Hyannis, Mass., as the Delaware senator made his way to his traditional Thanksgiving getaway, a rented $4 million home on the eastern end of trendy Nantucket Island. "

    teamsarah wrote on Nov 28, 2008 11:50 AM:

    " On a new note: Obamas new CABS:
    If you’ve read this update for any length of time, or if you’re familiar with Judicial Watch’s 13-year record of holding the Clintons accountable, you know what a truly horrible decision Barack Obama has just made for his administration and for the country. "

    Fact Checker wrote on Nov 28, 2008 11:50 AM:

    " TEAM SARAH, from where did you receive your information? Please let us know so we can read the information and determine the veracity for ourselves.

    Thank you. "

    TeamSarah wrote on Nov 28, 2008 11:37 AM:

    " People keep talking about the CLOTHES issue concerning Gov. Palin, BUT DID YOU KNOW--------The TOTAL CLOTHES FOR THE ELECTION NIGHT CAST (THE Obamas) WAS around 5600.00 This was to just LOOK GOOD for the CAMERA!! At least Gov. Sarah, gave all hers back and some were AUCTIONED for CHARITY!! What happened to Obama's, they were bought with the CAMPAIGN FUNDS and they KEPT THEM FOR THEMSELVES!! Michelle O shops at the EXCLUSIVE OPRAH SHOP!! VERY, VERY EXPENSEIVE CLOTHIERS IN CHICAGO~ "

    GOP DONOR wrote on Nov 28, 2008 11:16 AM:

    " 'Realist', I haven't seen one single blogger/news story with anyone complaining about Palin HOARDING the astronomical wardrobe, but rather taking issue with the fact that she spent that much on clothes for herself, family, and young boy who impregnated her teenage daughter.

    Please point us toward any article or blogger you are referring to.

    It's a new issue in this country that a VP candidate can't afford clothes for themself, families and impregnators. Many of us donors are having a hard time with that one.

    If she can't afford clothes, she shouldn't have run. "

    To Olivia wrote on Nov 28, 2008 10:33 AM:

    " Oooooooooh, conspiracy theory, conspiracy theory! The sky is falling; the sky is falling!!! Where do you find this left wing nut info? You never cite your resources, Chcken Little. "

    jp wrote on Nov 28, 2008 9:57 AM:

    " i see hillary won anyway, and bill is back in office, and his entire cabinet!

    the sellout of America is almost complete!
    you democrats can be really proud, look what you've done, your welfare checks are going to stop too! "

    realist wrote on Nov 28, 2008 6:24 AM:

    " You know what's really funny, small minded people that perpetuate this myth that Sarah is hoarding a $150,000 wardrobe, and think that is BIG news, but say we are desperate when we ask a samll thing of Obama, like releaseing his birth certificate. 17 Law suits and a case at the supreme court level and not a peep form the BIG man?? Sarah has answered countless questions about her wardrobe. Umm.. is wardrobe allowance a violation of the constitution?? Is it a requirement of the constitution that the President must be a natural born citizen? "

    Larry Wood wrote on Nov 28, 2008 5:52 AM:

    " Saw Sarah/McCain at Cedar Rapids on 18 Sept. while working down here in IA. Crowd's reaction was definitely more spirited where she was concerned.

    McCain was part of the problem, not a solution. Bringing Sarah in was brilliant, but too late.

    Palin means what she says, but the execution of her gubernatorial campaign promises is something that we will be able to judge better with her return to AK. Now, she will have to bring her campaign promises to fruition or forget a national political future, other than as a mouthpiece now and again. "

    Oliva wrote on Nov 27, 2008 11:46 PM:

    " R-f-O said:

    twice Palin claimed the VP's role is more expansive than it is--October 20 and 21, in Colorado. In her idiocy, she claimed the VP runs the senate.........

    THE VP RUNS THE SENATE, GOSH IS THAT LIFE THREATENING? COMPARE OBAMA'S LIES ABOUT HIS BIRTH. THE OBAMA BIRTH CERTIFICATE USES THE ARIAL FONT WHICH INVESTIGATORS POINT OUT WAS NOT INVENTED TIL 1982. That's pretty dumb I'd say, not to mention criminal , and totally against the Constitution. But then details like that are not important to you Democrats are they. Lies and Smears are second-nature. "

    LAND OF THE FREE.....LOADER wrote on Nov 27, 2008 11:19 PM:

    " To LAND OF THE FREE...LOADER wrote on Nov 27, 2008 6:55 PM:

    " And what do you call that check you get from the oil revenues? Spreading the wealth? Your check's in the mail.... "

    LISTEN UP! OBAMA'S SPREADING THE WEALTH IS ABOUT RICH PEOPLE PUTTING 70% OF THEIR INCOME IN TAX SO THAT YOU FREE LOADERS WHO PAY NO TAX ON YOUR INCOME CAN GET A WELFARE CHECK EVEN IF YOU DON'T WORK.---------------
    ALASKAN RESIDENTS ACTUALLY OWN THE OIL RESERVES AND THE OIL COMPANIES PAY THE ALASKAN GOVERNMENT FOR THE OIL THAT THEY TAKE. Comprendez-vous? "

    Obamabot Killer wrote on Nov 27, 2008 11:06 PM:

    " There you go again W-u-A making snide little remarks with absolutely no substance, inferring goodness knows what because you have neither guts nor imagination to do anything.
    If you know something we don't know go to the police and fill in a complaint. No-one here is much interested in your whining! Get a Life!

    WakeUpAmerica said:
    "Please do your own research on her instead of believing her rhetoric. Palin is not the person you think she is" "

    Oliva wrote on Nov 27, 2008 10:43 PM:

    " WakeUpAmerica: Smell the coffee. Quit harping. The Judge found Sarah had done no wrong.
    If you have an issue with that take it up with the Judge. He's the one that said she was innocent.
    Your constant harping just proves you are on a mission to smear Sarah because you are an Obamabot. I heard you guys get paid to smear your own Governor. That's so sad. Oh well you have to make a living somehow I suppose. "

    Alberto wrote on Nov 27, 2008 9:45 PM:

    " I really think the guy from Illinois will find a real community of like minded red necks in Alaska. These are the ones who in almost a majority voted for an 84 year old, viscious crab, convicted felon. And they're proud of it. Keep Palin in office, she will provide endless mirth for years to come. "

    Holiday Reading wrote on Nov 27, 2008 7:05 PM:

    " I'm just getting caught up on my mail/magazines and read the November 5 issue of Newsweek and about fainted. Now we find out that Palin spent more than $150K on clothes, including $20K-40K for Todd. Incredible gluttony. It matters not what happens to the items after the fact. To spend that much money on clothes for 2-months shows poor management, budget and money skills. Even if she spent $1000 a day for 60 (2 months) outfits--a generous amount--that's only $60K. $150K is unfathomable and unforgiveable. She's outta control! "

    To LAND OF THE FREE...LOADER wrote on Nov 27, 2008 6:55 PM:

    " And what do you call that check you get from the oil revenues? Spreading the wealth? Your check's in the mail. What a hypocrite. You're pathetic. "

    To EVERYONE LOVES SARAH wrote on Nov 27, 2008 6:53 PM:

    " First of all, no they don't. Second, you may be right about her being the most popular governor in the states. What that means, though, is that most Alaskans have incredibly low standards. She is a beautiful example of the Peter Principal. Look it up. "

    Republican for Obama wrote on Nov 27, 2008 6:02 PM:

    " Olivia, my husband and I haven't stopped laughing at your blog. Me, not a Republican? Are you kidding? Both sides of our family are, too--going back to hubby's and mine great-grandparents. Only my father-in-law voted for McCain/Palin--the rest of us voted for Obama. (How do you think Obama won, dear--it was all the Republicans voting for him!)

    BTW, twice Palin claimed the VP's role is more expansive than it is--October 20 and 21, in Colorado. In her idiocy, she claimed the VP runs the senate.

    No liars here, Olivia--just you. "

    DrFill wrote on Nov 27, 2008 2:17 PM:

    " justmyopinion2755 wrote on Nov 26, 2008 3:54 PM:

    " While Gov 'You Betcha" is running her mouth in GA I will be eating left over turkey soup while watching the Couric, Gibson interviews, SNL video's on Yahoo, The VP debate, all the "palling around with terrorist crap", the 150k clothes Gate and my favorite "I didn’t see the turkey's being .. me ".

    My children s children will never let a Palin in national office.

    All ...... America.

    ENJOY YOUR MEAL, BUT WITH ALL THAT HATE BUILDING UP INSIDE YOU TAKE CARE YOU DON'T BURST! "

    OLIVA wrote on Nov 27, 2008 2:03 PM:

    " conservative4ever wrote on Nov 26, 2008 7:37 PM:

    " Debate... in an intelligent manner...with a liberal? How would they keep up??

    THEY CAN'T KEEP UP WHEN THEY LOSE THEIR TELEPROMPTER. YOU KNOW HOW IT IS ..WHEN TELLING LIES YOU HAVE TO HAVE A GOOD MEMORY OR A TELEPROMPTER,
    OUR SARAH SPEAKS STRAIGHT FROM THE HEART. OBAMA SPEAKS FROM THE TELEPROMPTER. "

    Oliva wrote on Nov 27, 2008 1:46 PM:

    " A piece from the Bill Elsasser story above. A genuine endorsement!
    [Without you, Governor Palin, John McCain would have lost in the worst landslide since George McGovern. Without you, disaster was in the bag for the Republican Party. Without you, the national Republicans would have had to hang their heads in shame for the loss it would have been. Because of you there still is hope among the majority of traditional conservatives that sometime in the future, Gov. Sara Palin will run for higher office on her own, carrying her own message, our message and defeating radicalism] "

    Land of the Free...loader wrote on Nov 27, 2008 1:37 PM:

    " Sarah's message is ............................. " the message of hard work and self reliance, smaller government, personal responsibility, life, liberty, the pursuit of happiness and securing the country from all threats foreign and domestic".
    I'll bet the hard work and self reliance bit upsets you Sarah haters.
    Obama's message is............................"Your checks in the mail man, I'm a spreadin the wealth Enjoy. America owes you" Can't see no hard work and self-reliance there, can you? "

    Everyone Loves Sarah wrote on Nov 27, 2008 12:49 PM:

    " What's happening here today. I heard Governor Palin was getting attacked by a mob of Obamabots from Ucorn, so I came over to help.
    I have never seen so many lies on the same page as this in my whole life. Don't you Obamabots keep up with the real news? Sarah is the most popular Governor in the USA and probably in the World. GET IT! Hitting her with lies only makes you look, silly and stupid. Wasilla folks are not fools. They know what you're up to and they would like for you to buzz off! "

    Everyone Loves Sarah wrote on Nov 27, 2008 12:31 PM:

    " Concerned resident said

    "Well, the truth is, after all, you can't fool all the people all the time! "

    And are you sure you live in Wasilla? Not another Obama porkie surely?
    In your case C-r- you can't fool any of the people in Wasilla. Your words are all lies lies lies, The Wasilla people are not stupid. They are proud of their Governor. She's one of them. I don't think you are. I think you're from the Obama Smear Unit. Do you get paid? Oh well, it's dirty work but someone's got to do it. "

    annie wrote on Nov 27, 2008 12:28 PM:

    " Sarah Palin is so much like anyone also, but with in aura the few people have. When I listen the comments make by the Media and the Liberals, I know that she was a treat to many, for the same reason, i understand how they try to destroy her so hard, that they use the most low comments that anyone can said about a person or a family. "

    Concerned resident wrote on Nov 27, 2008 9:50 AM:

    " I also wish to thank Sarah Palin for showing her true colors. Now I see Palin is corrupt and filled with blind ambition, narcissism, and dishonesty. I see she can dish some of the most nasty, snarky and slanderous tripe, and hate-mongering blather, that has ever been spewed by any Presidential candidate in modern history - and wink while doing it!Thank you Mrs. Palin for showing that you will abandon all scruples and principles and gladly insult our intelligence. Well, the truth is, after all, you can't fool all the people all the time! "

    To Olivia wrote on Nov 27, 2008 9:42 AM:

    " What kind of real change are you talking about?Re-decorating the mayor's office to the tune of $50,000 from the roads fund without council approval? Or maybe building a sports complex without having title to the land first ( $1.5 million added cost to Wasilla after she left)? Or perhaps her habit of throwing people who disagree with her under the bus and hiring her unqualified high school cronies to fill the spots? Or maybe it is the way she "changed" the outcome of the legislative investigation report to "not guilty of anything?" "

    Gail wrote on Nov 27, 2008 7:14 AM:

    " I want to thank you Governor Palin for being just who you are and what you believe in is best for the great USA.
    My prayers go out to you and your family.
    I visited your state last year and was in Wasilla a great part of the time. I love it there and I am planning on moving to your city in the near future.
    May God grant you peace and good health for you and your family in the coming new year. "

    realist wrote on Nov 27, 2008 6:50 AM:

    " It certainly does seem that Obama is out of his league, lacking wisdom and experience. He is flip flopping on issues-that is good because all he ran on was nonsence. Who thinks you can raise taxes in a recession? Let me see --Obama and Herbert Hoover-that's who. Maybe some of his cabinet members are talking some sense into him. On the Job training- we don't have time for this. However, we have to hope our nation can pull through, but I think people that are expecting lollipop dreams from Mr. Obama are gonna be disappoiinted. "

    To Palins Cowards wrote on Nov 27, 2008 5:35 AM:

    " Apparently, Palins cowards are as dense and misinformed as she is.

    The Secret Service has revealed in the last few weeks that they BLAME PALIN DIRECTLY FOR THE THREATS AGAINST OBAMA, and ties this unprecedented increase in threats against any presidential candidate in history to PALINS COMMENTS DURING CAMPAIGN RALLIES. Here's a sampling of what the Secret Service says:

    www.statesmanjournal.com/article/20081115/UPDATE/81115007

    When Palin inspires head cases like the McVeighs and Oswalds of the world, she is inspiring terrorism.

    It's not Obama--but, Palin--who's palling around with terrorists. She should be jailed. "

    To Norma J wrote on Nov 26, 2008 9:11 PM:

    " High approval rating because the predecessor was so much worse? That was a paraphrased statement that a number of Alaskans made to various news media. Makes sense to me after I researched Murkowski. One person said that Palin was "a breath of fresh air" after Murkowski, so I don't think I would discount the possibility that the stench of Murkowski improved Palin's approval ratings. "

    Olivia wrote on Nov 26, 2008 8:56 PM:

    " Sarah will bring REAL CHANGE. Sarah is fearless!
    Change won't happen under Obama he'll be too chicken to rock the boat.
    On Retreads- An Obama Watch website demonstrates that Obama promise of "change" is phony. TVC Executive Director Andrea Lafferty said: "It appears that Obama is simply creating a third term of the Clinton Administration and soliciting the services of Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae lobbyists, radical leftists and George Soros operatives. This is hardly change. "

    Olivia wrote on Nov 26, 2008 8:42 PM:

    " Republican for Obama Nov 25, " ..... which is part of the reason why I'm a Republican who voted for Obama.
    -----------------------------------------
    You are a Dem full stop that's why you are on this forum telling lies about Sarah.
    Anyway:
    Surprise! Obama has the Clinton Camp running his show because he doesn't have any idea what to do. And now is it true ?Hillary is taking the 3am calls? because he's too chicken to mix it with the real world leaders like Putin.
    Unlike your wimpy leader Our Sarah is Fearless.
    AND any chhaaannge yet? "

    Marie wrote on Nov 26, 2008 8:36 PM:

    " Hey Sarah just in case you read this. It sure was good to see someone stand for the right things in life. I believe you standing strong for your faith in God is what has made people so mad. Maybe it makes them not like what they see in their on self. I saw you stand through the things the media and others was saying about you and your family and you was strong.I believe God took you through and he done a great job at it.
    KEEP THE FAITH. "

    Olivia wrote on Nov 26, 2008 8:23 PM:

    " Justmyopinion 2755
    You seem to have a personal vendetta against the Palins? Is that correct?
    Maybe their kids are better looking than yours or they have a really nice big house with a fabulous view.
    It's pure envy isnt it?
    I know envy can be a killer you have to let it out. "

    Olivia wrote on Nov 26, 2008 8:16 PM:

    " Hi Norma J,
    You can't just make wild accusations about Sarah without being more specific. Tell us exactly what you mean please or just quit harping. We all know that Sarah was cleared of unethical behaviour in the Troopergate thing. Sarah is a cleanskin. No radical skeletons in the closet. That's why she is loved all over the World not only in America. I'm in Australia!
    I'm afraid I just can't understand why you Alaskans are so mean to your Governor. I'm glad that many people are coming here to defend her. Some-one has to. "

    RabReb wrote on Nov 26, 2008 7:49 PM:

    " If it is all so well documented, then why did the MSM have to attack her pregnant daughter and her wardrobe that she and all of her family returned? We surely would have heard more damaging stories about Sarah if they were really out there. The bridge? Yes, she changed her mind when she saw that Alaskans were getting screwed. Troopergate, cleared of wrong doing. Yet in both cases the MSM only told the part of the story that made Sarah look bad. Heaven forbid they tell the entire story and let us decide. "

    To Julie wrote on Nov 26, 2008 7:48 PM:

    " Exactly where was it debunked? Where did you hear or see that? I'm open-minded enough to look at it. "

    TeamSarah wrote on Nov 26, 2008 7:44 PM:

    " To the ALASKAN PEOPLE: Where is your loyalty for your Governor? I betcha if she took you royalty check away we all would hear from you! Stand up for your GOVERNOR! She saw a need and she went forth to make a difference. What did you/have you done all these years she has been in office? If all you have is foul mouthed, hate spewing, gut wrenching contempt for Gov. Palin then you are indeed very empty. Want to make a difference? Change your COUNTRY? Do as Sarah, RUN FOR OFFICE AND MAKE AN IMPACT IN YOUR GOVERNMENT/PARTY!! "

    conservative4ever wrote on Nov 26, 2008 7:37 PM:

    " Debate... in an intelligent manner...with a liberal? How would they keep up?? "

    NormaJ wrote on Nov 26, 2008 7:36 PM:

    " I do not believe that someone in public office gets a high rating because their predessor was sooooo much worse. Please, I'm not that nieve.. I'm not a liberal!!The public makes our elected officials earn high marks. Hey what about that approval rating of our democratic lead congress?? Or are republicans in charge?- that's what I heard on the HowObamaGot Elected video. lolololololol "

    julie wrote on Nov 26, 2008 7:31 PM:

    " It is so obvious those bashing Gov. Sarah on this post are just another Obama supporters trying to spread lies and smears against Governor Sarah Palin. The Secret Service has debunked all those 'hate' incidents . After being told by Secret Service of those unproven claims, Obama continued to spread those lies.
    For those bashing Sarah -
    IT IS ABOUT TIME PEOPLE LIKE YOU STOP SPREADING LIES AND SMEARS AGAINST Gov. Palin. Your tactics are not working. Instead of trying to sway opinion, it just make you guys look like angry fools. "

    To Rabreb wrote on Nov 26, 2008 7:30 PM:

    " Exactly where was it debunked? What is MSM (other than a joint supplement)? Or did you mean MSN? "

    To Norma J wrote on Nov 26, 2008 7:21 PM:

    " Sweetie, she had a high approval rating because the previous governor was soooooooooo much worse. Are all of you Palin supporters high school drop-outs? Her lies, lack of integrity, abuse of power as mayor and governor are all well-documented. Are you blind and deaf? This is unbelievable. Doesn't it bother you that she lives in her own house and receives a per diem for it? Unreal. "

    To Gary P Jackson wrote on Nov 26, 2008 7:18 PM:

    " Are you a complete idiot? Millions, including myself, saw and HEARD it live on TV at the rally. Educate yourself and then debate in an intelligent manner. "

    RabReb wrote on Nov 26, 2008 7:10 PM:

    " Of course it was reported. Unfortunately, when it was debunked the MSM wanted nothing to do with it so you only heard about what really happened if you searched for it. Just like everything else. The MSM tells part of the story, the part that makes Sarah look bad. Just shows how scared they are of her that they can't report the whole story and let people decide for themselves. They only tell you what fits their agenda and Sarah was most definitely not on their agenda. "

    Theforse wrote on Nov 26, 2008 7:07 PM:

    " "You have withstood the onslaught of the mainstream media, the party elites and the back-benchers of the Republican Party with humility and integrity. We all admire your grit, determination and character. Character matters, it always has. You were and are a class act, not one easily followed. Jimmy Carter gave us Ronald Reagan, and I believe Barack Obama and the moderates in our party will give us you in 2012."

    Gov. Palin is an amazing woman and leader- we need her as President in 2012!!! I'm so proud of her and everything she stands for!! Go Sarah! "

    GET OVER IT wrote on Nov 26, 2008 6:50 PM:

    " The presidential election is over. The Republicans lost--big time. Huge time. Not even a contest. It's called a 'landslide' folks. Over. Done with. Slam dunk.

    The Republicans need to grow up, live with their humiliating loss and get on with it.

    Obama and Biden are the winners by an enormous margin through one of the largest voter turnouts in American history. McCain and Palin lost--in large part--because of Republicans who refused them.

    Don't like it? Too bad. Nobody cares how you feel. Move to Iraq. "

    Palin4pres wrote on Nov 26, 2008 6:46 PM:

    " Your article is so on target. When Sarah headlines the ticket in 2010, it will bring the conservatives out in record numbers. Does the election of our conservative hero Ronald Reagan bbring back fond memories. It will happen again in 2012. Conservative stayed home in 2008, and gave the election to Obama. He did not earn it, didn't even come close to the votes Kerry got against George W. "

    To Palins Cowards wrote on Nov 26, 2008 6:25 PM:

    " Oh--did you say--it didn't happen? Are you kidding? The videos--and there was more than one instance--went out internationally, including through CNN, Fox, CBS, ABC and NBC. Additionally, it was covered by print media.

    The Secret Service is not even an investigative unit.

    You must be getting your misinformation from the terrorist Right extremists, the terrorists Palin advocates for when she says nothing when they misbehave. At least McCain had the class, intellect and humanity to stand up to the terroristic remarks and tell them to stop. "

    lawhite wrote on Nov 26, 2008 4:48 PM:

    " If the media had done their jobs, Sarah wouldn't have had to tell us about some of Obama's disturbing present and past: It would have been investigated and not hidden from sight. No, she wasn't hateful telling it like it is, we needed to know those things and still do. I don't see any hate in her when viewing the videos. And the story of "kill him" has been debunked...it never happened. Secret Service DID investigate that, and that was their conclusion. "

    NormaJ wrote on Nov 26, 2008 4:26 PM:

    " If Governor Palin is soooo evil, why does she have such a high approva;l rating? Highest of any governor as we in the lower 48 have been told. That must really drive you left wing nuts crazy!!! Stirs you to a frenzy as we can see. "

    Gary P Jackson wrote on Nov 26, 2008 4:02 PM:

    " Quote by Puh-lease wrote on Nov 25, 2008 3:15 PM:
    " Charlie, it's not a point of gossip, lies or innuendo that Palin didn't utter one single word against crowds shouting for the beheading of Obama. it's a fact, with video to back it up.
    ******************************************************

    Uh, sorry, the Secret Service investigated the supposed threats against Obama at the Sarah palin rallies. Come to find out, no one but the liberal reporter who wrote that BS seems to have heard it.

    In other words, IT NEVER HAPPENED! "

    Hey Sarah Fan wrote on Nov 26, 2008 4:01 PM:

    " "Spews hate and venom" You betcha. Well, certainly encouraged it. Watch the videos of the rallys. Remember "kill him" and "terrorist" and she never said one word to discourage that. Her manner encouraged it. Then "pals around with terrorists" like there were many. First, Obama was on a school board with Ayers as was one of MCCAIN'S ADVISORS. Ayers had a coffee to introduce Obama to the neighborhood. Wouldn't you think a professor was an ok guy? Even I didn't know who Ayers was. Did you? Be fair. "

    justmyopinion2755 wrote on Nov 26, 2008 3:54 PM:

    " While Gov 'You Betcha" is running her mouth in GA I will be eating left over turkey soup while watching the Couric, Gibson interviews, SNL video's on Yahoo, The VP debate, all the "palling around with terrorist crap", the 150k clothes Gate and my favorite "I didn’t see the turkey's being slaughtered 3 feet from me ".

    My children and children's children will never let a Palin in national office.

    All remembering why I'm very, very, very proud to be an American.

    Americans, Happy Thanksgiving. "

    lawhite wrote on Nov 26, 2008 3:42 PM:

    " According to polls, 91% of Republicans have a favorable view of Palin, 64% want her for president.
    Her belief in our country's freedoms and constitution speak to us. Obama tells us what is WRONG with our country: Sarah tells us what is right about it and how we can keep it great. She loves this nation and speaks of it and Alaska with joy. We don't need any smooth talkers who want only their own self-interests. Sarah will lead us in taking our country back and making us proud of it again. "

    To Sarah Fan wrote on Nov 26, 2008 2:52 PM:

    " For starters, she lied about not being found guilty of abuse of power or violating the ethics code when the legislative report was released. GUILTY! It's on page 9, I believe. She lied about not being in favor of the bridge to nowhere. As we all know, she was in favor of it when she was running for governor and changed her position when it became an unpopular earmark. Of course, she kept the money. Need more? Go research and educate your dumb self. "

    SarahFan wrote on Nov 26, 2008 1:31 PM:

    " Aside from some of you saying she lied and has no integrity, where's the proof? She spews venom and hate? What are you doing? She pointed out why it would be bad for America to elect Obama. That is not hateful. That is what you do when you are running for office. Then you speak of inexperience? What has Obama ever done? Name one thing. Governors are much more akin to presidents than are senators. 48% of America voted for McCain/Palin and it was mostly due to Sarah Palin. "

    Edward from AZ wrote on Nov 26, 2008 10:53 AM:

    " Hmm, oh my Alaskans voted heavely for a convicted senator who took payoffs.

    And Alaskans seem to allow the governess to steal from them, see tralel expenses, per diems, and steal from the federal government...fraudulent.tax returns using H & R Block, probably could not follow the instructions with Turbo Tax, geesh

    and you want her in the White House......dang gotcha joe the plumber and has pal joe six-pack..

    what a farce "

    NormaJ wrote on Nov 26, 2008 9:14 AM:

    " Lol to Boston people having the nerve to criticise anyones values!!!, Yep those Kennedy's are something to be proud of.
    Real American Royalty (gag!!!- excuse me while I clean vomit from my mouth) There's alot of that in the democratic party--let's see Nancy Pelosi, Barney Rubble (I mean FranK) Sptizer, Mahoney, on and on .... No wonder Sarah's values seem foreign to them.
    GO SARAH!!! "

    clearvision wrote on Nov 26, 2008 8:36 AM:

    " Ah Bill that was a nice gesture toward Palin, but it doesn't erase the first THREE failed interviews of Palin which clearly shows she is clueless. Her slanderous means of campaigning showed unGODliness, distaste, and her ENJOYMENTof belittling another indiviual. Too bad Palin is in denial of the errors of herself. Even worse is the denial of people who do not see her clearly for what she is...self absorbed, extremely ambitious by any means possible, and CLUELESS. "

    Edward from AZ wrote on Nov 26, 2008 7:58 AM:

    " Oh my Sarah, please tell all of us about the clothes, and the fact that you will most likely forget to include them as income.

    Amazing how many fellow Republicans see her for what she is, a nothing nobody "

    Edward from AZ wrote on Nov 26, 2008 7:56 AM:

    " Oh my, so many people seem to be unable to see the Palin that lies, steals, and files fraudulent tax returns.
    Or the Palin that can't speak a complete logical sentence, be it in response to a simple question , or even on her own. Oh well,enjoy your ignorant bliss.

    Now I would like to see some comments on why she should be allowed to file fraudelent tax returns, and not be audited> "

    Joe wrote on Nov 26, 2008 1:08 AM:

    " The media will keep on going to spread their hate and lies about Gov.Palin.
    Whenever they can ,they will take a nasty shot at her.
    And they will keep on going supporting and shielding Obama .
    Obama can lie , change his opinion ; he get away with it because of the support he has of the libs media.
    Like it or not, Gov Palin is a effective Governor ,who did , in a sort time (2 years) good things in Alaska.(more than every Governor before her)
    Period. "

    Sarah wrote on Nov 25, 2008 7:16 PM:

    " If Sarah Palin is as corrupt and dumb as most of you say she is, how in God's name did she get elected? Is there that many dumb people in Alaska? I don't think so. But there are a lot of kool aid drinkers here, spewing their hatred for someone they are jealous of apparently. Spewing this kind of vile bile is a waste of your time. Gov.Palin has proved she's worthy of our support and for that, millions of us will support her, whatever her endeavors.
    Go work on your self-esteem. "

    Puh-lease wrote on Nov 25, 2008 3:15 PM:

    " Charlie, it's not a point of gossip, lies or innuendo that Palin didn't utter one single word against crowds shouting for the beheading of Obama. it's a fact, with video to back it up.

    I have yet to see one single Palin supporter on these blogs address that issue--which is a huge (and assuredly the main) reason why she is intensely disliked in this country by the majority.

    How about it, Charlie--or are you going to run with your tail between your legs like the other Palin cowards, rather than address that hatemongerer's behaviors? "

    Oh No Charlie You didnt wrote on Nov 25, 2008 2:42 PM:

    " So, since when are lying and breaking the law good core values? Surely, I don't have to give you the examples, do I? "

    Charlie wrote on Nov 25, 2008 1:01 PM:

    " The main stream media and others attacked (and keep on attacking) Gov.Palin ; they spread lies and gossip ( "anonymous sources") about Gov.Palin and tried to destroy her.
    Despite this ,she stayed sportive , stately, enthusiastic and optimistic; traits of a strong person with good core values.
    The main stream media can't bring Gov.Palin to her knees and that make them mad ,furious and hateful. "

    To Amazed wrote on Nov 25, 2008 12:52 PM:

    " ALASKA IS WHAT AMERICA WAS "

    So, like, Alaska has regressed to what America used to be? Primitive and uneducated? And you're proud of that? Well, Palin is a good example of that. "

    To Observer wrote on Nov 25, 2008 9:23 AM:

    " " Sarah Palin is a breath of fresh air to a Republican party largely devoid of values. " See, the part I don't get is how people like you explain away her lies. Please explain it to me. And by the by, McCain NEVER blamed her for the loss. On the contrary, he unfailingly supported her throughout the campaign and in every interview since. What the heck are you talking about? "

    Republican for Obama wrote on Nov 25, 2008 9:16 AM:

    " Palin claimed that the US Vice President runs the Senate, which is part of the reason why I'm a Republican who voted for Obama.

    If I'm better educated than that--and I am--you can believe I want people in high office to be at least as knowledgeable as me.

    Sarah Palin wasn't smart enough to be VP, yet alone president (which might have happened).

    If that makes me mean, hateful or fearful--I don't care--sign me up. I can take it. Just so she's not a high ranking US official. Then I can sleep. "

    REALLY wrote on Nov 25, 2008 9:06 AM:

    " Palin claimed to have a law degree when she doesn't ? Really?? That's illegal where I live.

    What's the story there? "

    Amazed wrote on Nov 25, 2008 9:03 AM:

    " GO SARAH !!!!!!!

    ALASKA IS WHAT AMERICA WAS "

    Michael Heinichen wrote on Nov 25, 2008 9:00 AM:

    " I suppose we can thank Sarah for bringing much good mirth to an otherwise serious election.
    Seriously, “conservatism” really makes me wonder what the author is thinking.
    During the past eight years of “compassionate” conservatism, hard work got our jobs shipped over seas; “self reliance” became a jingoistic catch phrase; “smaller government” became the biggest government in our history; “personal responsibility” lead to rapacious, uncontrolled lending and borrowing between thieves and liars, spurred on and enabled by Republican inspired de-regulation;--continued in next post.................. "

    Observer wrote on Nov 25, 2008 8:58 AM:

    " Sarah Palin is a breath of fresh air to a Republican party largely devoid of values. McCain,Romney,Huckabee,Guiliani-YUK! McCain is the worst and wouldn't have received 40% without her then tries to smear her and blame her for the loss.That old fool never fails to amaze.Palin and a few other young conservatives may be able to salvage a GOP in desperate need of its core values,The liberal media and mindless bloggers(they remind me of the Jonestown crowd) so full of hate seek to "change America".Not all of us will drink the kool aid. Leave our Constitution alone or face real CHANGE. "

    Esther wrote on Nov 25, 2008 8:45 AM:

    " I've lived in Wasilla for 27 years. I am now ashamed to mention I am from Sarah Palin's hometown. She is uneducated and a liar. Why has noone mentioned she claimed to have a law degree when she ran for governor "

    HOME SICK ALASKAN wrote on Nov 25, 2008 3:46 AM:

    " TEXAN BY BIRTH--ALASKAN BY CHOICE.ALL THE OIL IS IN ALASKA.THE DIPSTICKS IN TEXAS.WONDERED WHY I WAS ALWAYS PROUD OF TEXAS.FOUND NO ANSWER.HANG IN THERE SARAH !IN 2012 YOU CAN SHOW THE WORLD WHAT A MEAN MACHINE CAN DO..EVERYONE IN THE SOUTH IS VERY UPSET.THEY DRAW WELFARE NOT A DIVIDEND CHECK FROM OIL ROYALTIES.I HAVE BEEN OUT OF THE STATE FOR 3 YEARS BUT BELIEVE ME AS SOON AS MY AK. NATIVE HUSBAND AND I CAN GET BACK HOME WE WILL.. SEE YOU SOON ALASKA "

    greg kgb wrote on Nov 24, 2008 7:50 PM:

    " Sarah, we like your brand of change. Do'nt ever forget where you came from. God bless your family. "

    WakeUpAmerica wrote on Nov 24, 2008 7:22 PM:

    " Andy, right on!! And why is it that the people on this blog who support Palin write like English is their second language? Doesn't appear that they have a first language. "

    AnafromTexas wrote on Nov 24, 2008 6:59 PM:

    " I am glad she is back in Alaska. The women of Texas feel embarassed by having the most inept woman in history representing women. Please stay in Alaska forever!!! "

    Ed Reece wrote on Nov 24, 2008 6:59 PM:

    " I personally was inspired as was my wife and children,Sarah Palin was the only high point in the campaign.She seems to share alot of the same views as I do.And she was an inspiration to lots of us here in South Central Kentucky.Keep up the good work Sarah ,we need more people like you in charge. "

    Crescent wrote on Nov 24, 2008 6:27 PM:

    " Well, most VP candidates graciously fade into the woodwork. Now, I have noticed that when someone is truly perceived as not a threat, people simply ignore them Yet you folks look up Sarah news and post and post and post. You are saying something, but maybe not what you are trying to say. What Sarah does is important & you know it. Feel that energy driving you? Its fear. That's why you are here. Look at what you write, you are afraid because Sarah is not like you. Go, girl!! "

    Rene wrote on Nov 24, 2008 2:12 PM:

    " No doubt about it...as for political office in the future, the Gov of Alaska is the only thing Palin is qualified for. Apparently you don't need to know anything, just wink and act cutesy. Why is there even a governor's office? So she can get per diem for staying at home? "

    akwelfare wrote on Nov 24, 2008 1:47 PM:

    " hey TEXAS, maybe if texas was ran like ak you would be getting some of the oil money too. But dont worry, redistribution will be starting soon and it will all get better. "

    JM wrote on Nov 24, 2008 1:40 PM:

    " That was funny. Leah in Texas is also convinced that Texas is the biggest state..... "

    Leah TEXAS wrote on Nov 24, 2008 12:57 PM:

    " To jp-
    That is a strange comment from you since it is all the people of Alaska that receive a welfare check each year.
    I am a democrat and the only thing that I feared about Palin was that she does not have the intelligence to be in national office and surely not enough brains to be a world leader - thank God that she is now back in Alaska! "

    Andy wrote on Nov 24, 2008 11:27 AM:

    " Bill Wrote "Today, the war begins anew against the tyranny of the left, wherever it resides." You Sir, define the term whack-job. I am on the left side of center, and believe me, the words war and tyranny have been hallmarks of the Bush / Cheney administration. Don't begin to try to assign that crap to the left, you dimwitted Jesus freak. "

    WakeUpAmerica wrote on Nov 24, 2008 11:20 AM:

    " So James, what's the real difference between a left-wing liberal and a Democrat liberal? Personally, I'm praying for "Lipstick" to run in 2012; then all her baggage will come back to bite her in the tush. Publicly. "

    AntiCensorship in America wrote on Nov 24, 2008 10:24 AM:

    " I believe the concept of "hard work and self reliance" is something Alaskans should begin to pratice. Before oil was discovered, the poverty in AK astounded the nation. AK found its way with oil, it could leech off the oil industry while keeping it's hand out for tax monies. There is something to say about .226% of americans who cliam "hard work and self reliance" while hogging 10.6% of the american earmarks & 6.8% of all federal monies - new diet for Alaska: PORK FREE "

    jp wrote on Nov 24, 2008 9:39 AM:

    " all the democrats are in fear of Palin for one reason: they may lose their ability to receive a welfare check if she were in office! "

    Abby wrote on Nov 24, 2008 3:33 AM:

    " Bill rethink your ideas about the GOP and read what the new Republicans are saying about what needs to be done in order to move forward in the 21 C. Sarah Palin is not the mover and shaker you think she is.

    I shudder to think what would happen to this country if Sarah Palin and Todd were in charge. "

    James wrote on Nov 23, 2008 11:59 PM:

    " WOW The left wing liberals are really
    afraid of Sarah's running in 2012. They
    repeat the same garbage the Democrat
    liberals used. Are they morons? Or
    programmed robots? After two years
    of Obama, there will be great changes
    in Congress! Just wait and see. "

    M.A. from DC wrote on Nov 23, 2008 7:39 PM:

    " By the way, you can thank your precious Palin for all of us folks in the lower 48 paying attention to Alaskan politics. Remember that. "

    Maria A wrote on Nov 23, 2008 7:37 PM:

    " My Mom, who has lived up in Alaska twice, said that it's easy to be governor of Alaska. All you have to do is keep the oil checks coming and not interfere with fishing and hunting rights. The Permanent Fund, now there's corporate socialism for you, and you guys call Obama a socialist? Alaska is so incredibly dependent on government handouts that independence is a pipe dream. Alaska couldn't afford to maintain a proper army to keep the likes of Putin from knocking on the front door after the AIP takes over. "

    Judy wrote on Nov 23, 2008 3:45 PM:

    " The very fact that Palin was involved with the Alaskan Independence Party should have disqualified her from ever running with McCain or any office out side of Alaska. If she has any plans to run in 2012, or after, for president, it should seriously come in to question. It angers me to think that shortly before she was tapped to run with McCain she was all for Alaska’s succession from the "United States”. Once tapped, she became the most patriotic woman in the U.S. Go figure. Palin serving Palin, what else. "

    Linda wrote on Nov 23, 2008 3:18 PM:

    " You were "excited, motivated, hungry, Palin was a class act, without her McCain would have lost by a landslide”. Just who were you watching in the dahhh interviews she gave. Who were you listening to at her rallies while she spewed hatred and her lies, like repeating them over and over would some how make them true. Palin is a fraud and anyone who thinks she is intelligent is deaf, dumb and blind. Get the facts, there are many that did not vote for McCain because of Palin. She has no class, not fit, never was, never will be. "

    Boston wrote on Nov 23, 2008 1:11 PM:

    " Bill-You sound like an total fool. "

    Mary wrote on Nov 23, 2008 1:05 PM:

    " Your comments are totally out of touch with all that is right and truthful. Who the heck are you trying to convince? Sarah Palin is a first class liar.

    You couldn't recognize integrity if it slapped you in the face. "

    Abby wrote on Nov 23, 2008 1:01 PM:

    " Bill-You are a very silly, foolish person to think the likes of Sarah Palin will or could save the Republican party. There are many, many thoughtful, smart and honest people ready to take control of the GOP and bring it into the 21Century.

    The woman is a liar. She has openly stolen money from the electorate of Alaska. Her greatest flaw is her rage. "

    go4it wrote on Nov 23, 2008 9:16 AM:

    " To all Alaskans, Sarah is back - here's your sign!

    Sarah may the FARCE be with you! "

    WakeUpAmerica wrote on Nov 23, 2008 7:35 AM:

    " So, just to be clear, if anyone points out and substantiates Sarah's lack of integrity, they're HATEFUL and have NO INTEGRITY themselves? How does that work? Those of you who are deluded into thinking this financial mess is caused by "liberals," remember tha "conservatives" are the ones in favor of deregulation which allows those few greedy CEO's to manipulate the lending industry and bring down America's house of cards. Focus on the CEO's, not liberals or conservatives.If people were looking at Sarah objectively, they would notice her many poor decisions and lies. "

    JanInCA wrote on Nov 23, 2008 6:44 AM:

    " Please, all you Alaskans need to wake up and smell the coffee. Sarah Palin could not nor would not last a week in D.C.. Number one, the taxpayers are not going to pay her per deim for her family to travel with her. And , when she's home, no per deim would she be able to claim. She openly steels from the taxpayer and stares you in the face to convince you she's there for you. Surely all you Alaskans don't have permanent 'Brain Freeze'...or do you? "

    Hillfreedombilly wrote on Nov 22, 2008 9:49 PM:

    " It's 9 degrees with youngsters on iron dogs enjoying the snow. The freezer is full of salmon, halibut and moose. Many Alaskans didn't vote because they didn't like McCain and they wanted Sarah in state to protect us against Obamas follies. Biden told us to gird our loins because Obama would be tested. So I'll clean my guns tonight and watch for the defense cutting attack from foreign enemies. Thanks to the Libs we'll have empty homes to hide in while taxes remove all those pesky jobs. Love the Liberals God because Lord, no one else will. Go Sarah "

    JM wrote on Nov 22, 2008 9:00 PM:

    " All you folks bashing Palin are very hateful people. The INTEGRITY is sure lost with all of you. What drives some of you to harbor such hate within yourselves? And to think this is what is driving america. It's very sad to read these posts.......... "

    WakeUpAmerica wrote on Nov 22, 2008 6:39 PM:

    " To HillfreedomBilly -"Sarah is home, We missed her." The rest of America is glad she's home too....in the state of felonious politicians, greed, and corruption. With Alaska having such an astoundingly high dropout rate, the devotion some of you have for Sarah Palin is becoming crystal clear. I'm quite happy that she was a successful part of the "catch and release" program back to Alaska. "

    WakeUpAmerica wrote on Nov 22, 2008 6:30 PM:

    " Surely Alaskans know by now that Sarah Palin lies, lies about her lies, and then lies about the lies she lied about. What is wrong with you people? Can't you find any people with integrity to vote for? Certainly lack of integrity is evident in politicians everywhere, but why defend one? Lordy, you all deserve much better than what you are getting from your governor. Bear in mind that many of you have said that "She is so much better than the last one." What a recommendation! "

    db wrote on Nov 22, 2008 3:47 PM:

    " Boston, oh yeah Boston, home of the Kennedy clan. Nothing ever stupid in Boston. No sirree, Sheeesh, get out of our newspaper. "

    Really wrote on Nov 22, 2008 3:43 PM:

    " What did she do for the conservatives of this country? She spent your hard-earned and donated money on her own personal wardrobe, spewed innuendo and hate about her opponent, and exposed her lack of intelligent conversational skills to us all. I would say she failed you. But I guess we will see if she stays politically viable for the next four years. Then you can support her again. Oh, and get her to pick Michelle Bachmann from MN for her running mate. Please! Saturday Night Live would have a field day. "

    go4it wrote on Nov 22, 2008 2:52 PM:

    " I've stopped in O'Fallon it's got the largest mental institution in the state, this guys a nut case. Guess therapy is now writing to Ms Palin "

    katherine wrote on Nov 22, 2008 1:41 PM:

    " Sarah is a real class act! Sarah, please say NO to Oprah, B. Walter and their ilk. They mean no good to you and the GOP.
    Alaska needs you and so do the rest of us in the USA. Bide your time, write your book, make some money and then go for the Senate first. We appreciate all you did for the conservatives in this country and we will not go away. God bless you and your beautiful family and God Bless America. "

    Hillfreedombilly wrote on Nov 22, 2008 12:37 AM:

    " Thank you Bill for your kind words. Sarah Palin's a rare human being. I've seen her in many situations and she's always taken time for everyone. Every time our soldiers arrived home to Alaska she's there to greet them regardless the time of day or night. She loves Alaska and americans. She believes in freedom and she believes in us. She's not a Goddess, she's just one of us with a genuine gift to help others. I'd take a bullet for her because she would take a bullet for us. That's what makes Sarah and us a true American!! "

    Hillfreedombilly wrote on Nov 21, 2008 11:43 PM:

    " Sarah is home, We missed her. Reading the comments from Liberals I grin. The campaign's over and they accuse her of hatred and nasty words as they sling the same at her. LOL. That's a "better than you" Liberal for ya. Wow they are scared of Sarah. They fear that she'll run for president huh? They even mock religion and try to tell Alaskans what Sarah's done. Heehee. Keep it coming Libs, it makes Sarah stronger, and try the truth for a change, you are for change, right? God bless this free america that liberals hate and Sarah fights for. "

    DanB wrote on Nov 21, 2008 1:28 PM:

    " At my age, I've lived through many campaigns...and have been involved in small ways....but...this was the nastiest. I could name countless people who feel the way I do , and (to borrow from another reader), Gov. Palin "preached hatred and saparatism." Disgusting ! "

    YES KAREN wrote on Nov 21, 2008 9:06 AM:

    " Yeah - it'll be socialism! First, define the theory, if you will indulge us! Hmmm... a socialist form of government, eh? So, Obama will banish the constitution and create a socialist party and take over the government, and later, nationalize all corporations, eh? Wow - if I only knew!!

    You're as ignorant as those fearful, uneducated rural folk at McCain/Palin rallies, who eventually used obscenities to refer to Obama - which doesn't sound all that christian-like to me. Then again, Sarah knows god's will, apparently, I don't. "

    freeworld wrote on Nov 21, 2008 6:36 AM:

    " Palin talked to God "I/m like, God, if there is an open door,..." God already told her to stay home with her children, they need her more than alaskans and the nation but palin missed it in her search to fulfill her ambition. God had shown us the way by having Mccain's choosing her despite all other more qualified candidates. Without McCain's choice, how could we have known the truths about the "reformer", the "anti-earmark maverick"? Thanks to the elite eastern media, we now know Troopergate, Todd's role, Travelgate, house built for free, high-school chums got high-paying jobs. Impeach her. "

    Karen Anderson wrote on Nov 20, 2008 10:37 AM:

    " Loved the piece. As a Floridian I thank the state of Alaska for sharing Sarah Palin with the lower 48. This woman is Ronald Reagan in a dress! As a conservative I was disapointed in my parties nomination of McCain. The reason many GOP members showed up to the polls was because Governer Palin was on the ticket! Looking forward to her leading the GOP in the future. We need you Sarah with 4 years of Socialism ahead of us, the nation will be looking to the Northern Lights of AK in 2012! "

    Susan wrote on Nov 19, 2008 9:14 PM:

    " I do not agree with you. Palin should be ashamed of herself and not even be allowed to run for the highest office. Exposed, Ms. Palin is not for all of the people. She preached nothing but hatred and separatism. You are both of the same mind. To agree with that woman means that you still insist on fighting a lost "Civil War." Palin is a loser. We the people told her that on Nov. the 4th. You ought to examin your brain. Why do you insist we accept her. "

    Jim from Boston wrote on Nov 19, 2008 12:55 PM:

    " Ooops, "Uncle Ted" just conceded. No chance for Sarah to go to Washington after the R's drummed Ted out. This makes Sarah sad.

    Now there she is in the governors office with the price of oil going through the floor,budget deficit, nobody wants to build the pipeline, and Sugar Daddy isn't in Washington to shovel the pork.

    Time to find out if Gidget has a fastball. I say she clearly doesn't and Alaskans better do some belt tightening.

    Remember, Uncle Ted got us a little steamed in country. "

    WakeUpAmerica wrote on Nov 19, 2008 3:15 AM:

    " Oh, "Terri in Ohio." If only it were true! I refer you back to my comment about "lie, lie, lie." Please do your own research on her instead of believing her rhetoric. Palin is not the person you think she is. "

    james wrote on Nov 19, 2008 12:35 AM:

    " can you imagine sarah and todd nuking russia cuz theyre mad at em.
    the vindictiveness of the palins make them totally unsuitable for any office . im glad mccain lost(he lost at 8pm mst) if wartime decison making left the bobsey twins we might well find ourselves involved in a nuclear war. anyone such as them that have not learned to control thier emotions and act their age have no business in a positon of that importance. mccain was bad enuff but realizing sarah would be in control if something happened clinched my vote for obama "

    HappyHeathen wrote on Nov 18, 2008 4:22 PM:

    " 2012 is a ways off. Best Sara hit the books a bit till then if somebody can haul her away from the cameras long enough. A speech class might be nice as well. "

    terri in ohio wrote on Nov 18, 2008 4:22 PM:

    " I agree with the composer of this column!
    No, I am not on hallucinigenics! I voted for the first time in my life post 9/11, for Bush. I became disenchanted by the political world till, a breath of fresh air untouched by Washington came.Yes, Sarah Palin, she gave a message of Constitutional Rights a government formed For People, By the People and Of the People! In other words Governnent get out of my way and spend my money wisely! Not a message of Socialism, Or Government Control! Thank You,
    Ms. Terri Dewell "

    Amazing wrote on Nov 17, 2008 11:18 PM:

    " How can people come up with some of this stuff? I think that I understand Jim Jones' pull with his followers much more clearly after reading this one. It's all in the Kool-Ade. Just make it taste good.
    I agree with the other poster here...the writer must have watched another campaign. "

    hopeful voice wrote on Nov 17, 2008 9:03 PM:

    " This article is absolutely astonishing. Were we watching the same campaign? You are saying you would have felt not just happy but SAFE with this woefully inexperienced person in a seat of REAL power?

    Rest assured your fellow citzens in the lower 48 are working our hearts out to negate the hateful slurs and sense of fear fostered by your Governor against our amazing new President-elect. We continue to hope you will hold Palin responsible for her malicious actions in Alaska and elsewhere. What goes around should come around. "

    Arvilla wrote on Nov 17, 2008 8:42 PM:

    " IShe was right: The election was in God's hands -- and he handed down a mandate!!!! But she can't accept it:"if God has even a slight crack she can slip through don't let her miss out.
    As one comedian said: "Hurry God close all doors!!!: Jeremiah Wright, Ayers, Socialism: try Kenyan minister, Al Voker, rebate to all Alaskans on oil deal. And to think we could have had her for VP or possibly President!!!!!!!
    Thank you God!!! "

    james wrote on Nov 17, 2008 3:34 PM:

    " i think i may be ill........ "

    WakeUpAmerica wrote on Nov 16, 2008 7:15 PM:

    " "..You did it with integrity...." Who are you kidding? This woman lied, lied, and lied again. Surely you caught her comment about being happy that she was found innocent of any kind of abuse of power or violation of the ethics law after being found GUILTY of exactly that. Integrity? Do you know what the word means? I'm astounded at your comments. "

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