What kind of impact has the Palin pick had on MSM coverage? We've gone from wall-to-wall adoration of last night's speech, to—literally within hours—Andrea Mitchell having to remind viewers of some guy named Barack Obama. Mitchell was kibitzing the choice of Palin with Bloomberg's Margaret Carlson and Time editor Rick Stengel. Not merely did the liberal [see here and here] Stengel praise Palin, he even compared her favorably with . . . Hillary Clinton. And Mitchell closed the segment by acknowledging that Obama had been "overshadowed."
RICK STENGEL: She has a very, very appealing story, and one of the things that is very winning about it is that it's like the Founders' view of democracy. I mean, she is a citizen legislator. She started as a hockey mom, as someone who was going to PTA meetings. It's a very compelling story. It's very unlike, by the way, Senator Clinton's story, who was married to a President of the United States. She's married to a commercial fisherman.ANDREA MITCHELL: And all this breaking news about the Republican ticket. Barack Obama—remember Barack Obama?—after his successful kick-off and his acceptance speech last night, he's now kicking off his general election campaign. Obama and his running mate Joe Biden, now about to land in Pittsburgh, where they will launch their bus tour, their bus tour of the Midwest. Pennsylvania only the first stop on the Democrats' "Road to Change" of battleground states, I should say. They're going to be in Ohio and Michigan over the weekend. Sunday in Michigan, then Detroit, also Michigan, on Monday. All of this of course now, overshadowed by John McCain's surprise pick of Alaska's first female governor, Sarah Palin, as his female running mate. Republicans are matching the Democrats' history-making ticket with one of their own.
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We have no illusions: the MSM will train its sights on Palin. Even in throwing it to Stengel, for example, Mitchell referred to McCain-Palin as a "fiercely anti-abortion" ticket. When's the last time Andrea referred to Obama as "fiercely pro-abortion," I wonder? Even so, there's no doubt that the Palin pick has altered the media equation.
—Mark Finkelstein is a NewsBusters contributing editor and host of Right Angle. Contact him at mark@gunhill.net.
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Barack?
August 29, 2008 - 13:33 ET by bradbenj5952Barack who? Just watched Sarah Palin's speech on YouTube. I think she's going to overshadow everyone on both tickets.
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Brad, I liked your comment
August 29, 2008 - 13:36 ET by Mark FinkelsteinBrad, I liked your comment so much I borrowed it for the headline!
You are welcome to it. I am
August 29, 2008 - 13:46 ET by bradbenj5952You are welcome to it. I am honored and humbled.
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The End of the World
August 29, 2008 - 13:30 ET by iconoclastI watched her some this morning. She seemed to know the impact as she seemed extremely sad and depressed. As if she had been told the world had come to an end.
"we should immediately give every working family in America a
$1,000 energy rebate, and we should pay for it with part of the record
profits that the oil companies are making" Barak Obama, Communist
Icon
August 29, 2008 - 14:52 ET by ForeverOnTheRightI am assuming you are speaking of Andrea M. Right?
Don't worry, we remember
August 29, 2008 - 13:34 ET by NBFDon't worry, we remember Obama. He's the guy with less than 1/10 the experience level of Gov. Palin.
:)
But is was he in the PTA?
August 29, 2008 - 13:39 ET by PopularTechI mean Obama was not in the PTA and he is so in trouble.
PT, would you have
August 29, 2008 - 14:00 ET by NewsbusterbrownPT, would you have supported Ronald Reagan as Richard Nixon's VP pick in '68? Yes, I know California is a little bigger than Alaska population-wise, but... :-)
“There are no easy answers' but there are simple answers. We must have the courage to do what we know is morally right.” - Ronald Reagan (1964 Republican Convention)
PT....remember....
August 29, 2008 - 13:55 ET by Interested and concerned CDNAt least the PTA probably has an accessible paper trail...
Blahahahahahahahaha!
Obama/PTA
August 29, 2008 - 14:04 ET by Sergeant ROCKYes he was in the PTA. He was the guy in the dress at the last meeting.
LesserOf2evils '08
NBF Don't forget Obama has 10/1
August 29, 2008 - 14:54 ET by ForeverOnTheRightDon't forget Obama has 10/1 ego of Gov. Palin too.
One tenth the experience?
August 29, 2008 - 16:16 ET by Agrarian-DecentralistOh, really? Try this comparison:
OBAMA
Graduate of Columbia University and Harvard Law School.
Community organizer in the third largest U.S. city.
Constitutional law professor in one of the nation’s most prestigious schools.
Seven years in the state senate of the nation’s fifth most populous state.
Four years in the U.S. Senate.
Author of two best-selling books.
Head of a presidential campaign organization that triumphed over a rival widely assumed to be unbeatable.
PALIN
High school basketball player.
Local beauty queen.
Graduate of the University of Idaho.
Four years as mayor and four years on the city council of a town so small you’ve never heard of it.
Eighteen months as governor of one of the nation’s least populous states.
Zero years serving in a federal position.
Zero years serving in a
August 29, 2008 - 16:42 ET by Dan The Man 2Zero years serving in a federal position - probably teh best thing about her. As far as teh rest well, you have this fear about you. You know the fear a bear smells when he is about to wipe the floor with you? Oabama is going down. And one thing I get and you dont is that Palin is the VP pick, McCain is the President canditate.
Nuke em til they glow then shoot em in the dark.
"nation’s least populous states"-AD
August 29, 2008 - 16:54 ET by mastersofdeceitAlaska v. Delaware (Biden 18% approval)
Alaska-ranked 47th--Pop. 683,478
Delaware-ranked 45th--Pop. 864,764
Delaware has a whopping 181,286 more people.
An Executive Branch Job calls for Executive Branch Experience
August 29, 2008 - 17:20 ET by NBFOBAMA
Zero executive experience.
143 days in Senate after a no-contest win.
PALIN
Mayor
Governor
(I can't believe some of the garbage you listed as "experience")
And just like that I've
August 29, 2008 - 13:42 ET by sublight68And just like that I've gone from a conservative unenthusiastically resigned to voting for McCain to ectastic about voting for McCain/Palin.
Judging from comments across the boards, I'm not the only one.
We might just have a chance to win this thing.
Judging from comments
August 29, 2008 - 13:58 ET by NewsbusterbrownJudging from comments across the boards, I'm not the only one.
I just wish it were Palin/McCain instead, but you can't have everything. :-)
“There are no easy answers' but there are simple answers. We must have the courage to do what we know is morally right.” - Ronald Reagan (1964 Republican Convention)
It just feels good to
August 29, 2008 - 14:05 ET by sublight68It just feels good to finally be energized for this election. I have someone I'm excited to vote FOR, not just someone I'm voting against.
And with any luck we'll be setting Palin up for a shot at the top spot in 2012 (assuming McCain won't run for a second term).
You got it, sublight
August 29, 2008 - 14:34 ET by Indiana JoeEnergized is how I feel. Now we have something to vote for, instead of just voting against a garden-variety Marxist.
EXACTLY!
August 29, 2008 - 14:39 ET by Sergeant ROCKFor... being the operative word here.
Relief.. being the other.
LesserOf2evils '08
Exactly IJ! My spirits
August 29, 2008 - 14:45 ET by bigtimerExactly IJ!
My spirits are lifted today after the socialistic BS crammed down throats all week, especially last night by the left...and I do include the msm, especially the msm
I was so afraid McCain was going to stick it to us again.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
"We might just have a chance to win this thing."
August 29, 2008 - 14:39 ET by Indiana JoeI think we have more than a chance. With the uninspired backing McCain had before, it was virtually a dead-heat going into DemCon. Now, I think it's pretty much a slam-dunk. People are stoked about this pick, and I think, combined with the many doubts about Obama, it puts McCain over the top.
Hmm, second reply to you on this thread. GMTA.
;^)
Good point. McCain's been
August 29, 2008 - 14:50 ET by sublight68Good point. McCain's been holding his own even though most of his supporters have been less than enthusiastic. Now the base will get fired up and turn out. Plus there's now a reason for moderates, independents and disillusioned Hillary backers to come over.
I think a lot of people have been waiting for a way to justify voting for McCain. Now they have it.
Since she is an unknown,
August 29, 2008 - 13:43 ET by MidAmericaSince she is an unknown, the rush will be on to create an image for her in the publics mind. The media cannot attack her directly so they will try to trip her up or catch her on something so they can 'Quayle' her (as in Dan Quayle). If McCain was wise he would put her in a number of positive ads and let her introduce herself to the country.
The timing on this was pure
August 29, 2008 - 13:46 ET by SickofLibsThe timing on this was pure genius.
They haven't even begun disassembling The Barackopolis for transport to the Smithsonian.
Can't wait to hear Andrea report on the big bounce that is coming.
SoL... After
August 29, 2008 - 13:50 ET by bigtimerSoL...
After today...Methinks that bounce got up and left....
Like magic...disappeared into thin air...poof!
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
BT- I was alluding to the
August 29, 2008 - 14:18 ET by SickofLibsBT- I was alluding to the Sarah bounce - not that other (non-existant) bounce!
LOL SoL... Sorry my
August 29, 2008 - 14:27 ET by bigtimerLOL SoL...
Sorry my mistake in my rush here today I should of read that a bit more carefully...
You can be sure the majority of the msm wouldn't report anything about it if they had their way like they did back when it was controlled by the Big 3 only....now they will grudgingly HAVE to report the bounce...and there will be one.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
I beg your pardon..
August 29, 2008 - 13:47 ET by Sergeant ROCK.. Barrack Hussein Obama is at this moment looking for a pooch.
LesserOf2evils '08
PETA could supply him with
August 29, 2008 - 13:49 ET by Clear thinkerPETA could supply him with lot's of dead ones to kick.
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Palin showes that Change is a commitment not an empty slogan
August 29, 2008 - 13:52 ET by Dee BunkShe took on her party and Obama goes almost 100% in line with all of the most sleazy tactics of his. Obama represents machine politics - he's part of the biggest machine there is - Chicago and IL. He has no record of taking them on or anyone in his party on about anything. McCain and Palin do.
This was a brilliant pick by McCain. I couldn't be happier. I'm opening up the pocket book now. Everyone who likes this pick should donate today to show your support. Even $20 can make a difference.
"Palin shows that Change is
August 29, 2008 - 13:59 ET by Gat New York"Palin shows that Change is a commitment not an empty slogan"
. . . . very well said!
except for my typo GAT!
August 29, 2008 - 14:11 ET by Dee BunkI really do know that it's shows not showes. I swear!
Specific, demonstrative
August 29, 2008 - 14:12 ET by sublight68Specific, demonstrative "change" vs. empty, rhetorical pontificating.
It just got a little more difficult for Obama to sell his magical land of rainbows and unicorns.
exactly sublight!
August 29, 2008 - 14:20 ET by Dee Bunkand his "change" is voting straight party line and picking an old guard career politician for VP.
I have confidence that people will start to see past Obama's empty slogans now. McCain's pick completely highlights the fact that Obama is all rhetoric and no real change.
Screw Obama!
August 29, 2008 - 14:21 ET by Sergeant ROCKIf I'm not gonna get a unicorn upon his election, then I'm gonna vote for the old dude with the white hair!
No way I'm getting duped!
LesserOf2evils '08
Exactly!!
August 29, 2008 - 14:22 ET by iconoclastPerfect.
Referring to Obama "I hope he'll win. I think he will. If he doesn't, you can kiss the Democratic Party goodbye . . .," Robert Redford
PERFECTLY SAID, DEE !!!
August 29, 2008 - 14:06 ET by MrShy"She took on her party and Obama goes almost 100% in line with all of the most sleazy tactics of his. Obama represents machine politics - he's part of the biggest machine there is - Chicago and IL. He has no record of taking them on or anyone in his party on about anything. McCain and Palin do."
Perfectly said about Obama. Spot-on!
He throws around his "no more old politics" theme, and he's about as traditional and pandering and go-with-the-wind a politician as you'll find. How most people don't see that he's about 100% style and 0% substance is beyond me.
I would just salivate if McCain/Palin not only win in November but put on the biggest crushing ever in this country, to finally make it loud and clear that America is unique and continues to be a beacon of the western world and is NOT about nanny state, Euro, liberal, "please like us everyone" thinking.
* * * SOCKS THE CAT '08 * * *
For REAL Change
This really pumps me up MrShy
August 29, 2008 - 14:15 ET by Dee BunkI'm even starting to like McCain. I know that it's not popular to say that here but his actions have been very admirable so far. I still don't like some of his positions, but he gets most of the biggest stuff right.
Wouldn't it be wonderful if
August 29, 2008 - 19:49 ET by Cape Conservativethey pulled off a Grand Slam in November! Maybe Massachusetts might even join the fold along with the rest of the country. I was never so ashamed of my birth state than when McGovern carried ONLY Massachusetts!
My prayers have been answered with this pick by McCain. Dare I risk asking for more?
I look forward to my first good night's sleep in a long while.
I absolutely love this
August 29, 2008 - 13:57 ET by MikeknaJI absolutely love this pick.
Palin is the only person that McCain could've picked that would've created this kind of immediate buzz and awe.
But that's not why I love it. I love it because Palin is a conservative, she's a reformer, she's no-nonsense, and she's down to earth. John McCain just pulled the boldest move of his political career right here, and I'm cheering him all the way.
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"The shadow proves the sunshine
Odd ...
August 29, 2008 - 14:04 ET by SquonkamaticThat's funny, I though the democrats, progressives and liberals WANTED a woman in the executive office. Huh. McCain gave them what Obama turned his barack on, what more do they want?
Any criticism of Palin
August 29, 2008 - 14:05 ET by MidAmericaAny criticism of Palin is sexist and is made by people who do not like strong women.
Hey Mid,
August 29, 2008 - 14:10 ET by BlondeI like it!!!
A perfect take off on the dem's main talking point for B. Hussein.
Too funny.
Almost as good as Barack Who?
Ooohhh....Fox is interviewing Gerry Ferraro. This ought to be good.
David Gregory, do you know which damn network you lie for? ~ Uncle Jimbo, @Blackfive
Yeah and since obama's
August 29, 2008 - 15:47 ET by MidAmericaYeah and since obama's main support is upper income and education whites I expect we should see lots of stories about how do the Republicans break down those sexist barriers prevelant in that group of voters. After all, we should be in a post-sexual political world. How long will the liberal educated voters cling to their sexist views?
From Denver with Love
August 29, 2008 - 14:10 ET by RackieI am therefore I deserve.
GIMME...GIMME...GIMMEEEEEE!
Obama endorsed by Hamas...?
August 29, 2008 - 14:13 ET by ZuccoZoidOBAMA ENDORSED BY HAMAS and other terror orgs.
I don't want to dilute truth if this isn't correct, but I'm sure I read this here, and well sourced; if true please repost - it's more than timely... if I'm wrong, delete; I don't want to spread rumors.
I would imagine....
August 29, 2008 - 14:21 ET by Prester John....that the latest McCain fund raising letters will have a slightly higher response rate than previous requests for money.
"Altered the equation" is
August 29, 2008 - 14:30 ET by Indiana Joe"Altered the equation" is RIGHT! When I heard this at work, I was a little nonplussed at first. But I've come to think of it as a stroke of genius.
In one swoop, McCain counters the "same old" argument, appeals to the pro-lifers, and gives the disenchanted Hillary supporters somewhere to turn, another chance to "make history."
I especially loved hearing that Schumer said she may be too "inexperienced" to take the top spot, if needed. Chuckie, baby, take a look at the top name on your ticket!
I think we can stick a fork in the Obama-dude; he's done!
NO CLASS
August 29, 2008 - 14:32 ET by billbWouldn't you just hope that at least the first comment from the Obama campaign would be,"Welcome to the campaign" NOT! The first utterance was an attack!
Why....
August 29, 2008 - 14:47 ET by Prester John...would you ever expect any sort of class, dignity or graciousness from a party that has Howard Dean as its chairman, openly wishes for the US military to lose Iraq, has a US senator who called guards at GITMO Nazis/KGB thugs, convicts Marines of cold blooded murder before they are even formally charged, and that absolutely, postively refuses to ever admit it is wrong or dares to discipline any of its members who are?
A Woman President in 2012?
August 29, 2008 - 14:42 ET by AvusThis could make for an interesting 2012 election. If McCain wins then Clinton becomes the Dem candidate and Palin becomes the Rep candidate (McCain wouldn't run again).
So if enough women vote Republican in 2008 they can guarantee the first woman president (hopefully Sarah) in 2012.
"has altered the media
August 29, 2008 - 14:45 ET by Eileen Right"has altered the media equation." and altered their equilibrium...
Big Oil makes money, Big Government TAKES money.
Huge belly laugh...
August 29, 2008 - 14:49 ET by Clear thinkerAs I signed on a few minutes ago, I saw a Yahoo headline that reads "Obama Campaign highlights Palins "zero" experience"!
I literally broke out into laughter. Talk about the pot calling the kettle...
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Ct.... ...Desperation
August 29, 2008 - 14:53 ET by bigtimerCt....
...Desperation anyone?
LOL...
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
bt...
August 29, 2008 - 14:55 ET by Clear thinkerWait til they find out she has more experience than Obama! Hehehe...
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I agree Clear - it's hysterical - Palin has more experience
August 29, 2008 - 14:55 ET by Dee Bunkthan Obama and McCain can capitalize on that. It was a very very bad mistake for them to go that route.
Dee...
August 29, 2008 - 14:56 ET by Clear thinkerHUGE mistake!
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Humongous mistake...a CAT
August 29, 2008 - 15:00 ET by bigtimerHumongous mistake...a CAT 5!
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
"Humongous mistake...a CAT
August 29, 2008 - 15:06 ET by MrShy"Humongous mistake...a CAT 5!"
DOH !!
And then there's Gustav.... a whole other matter, that should be interesting.
* * * SOCKS THE CAT '08 * * *
For REAL Change
Speaking of CAT 5
August 29, 2008 - 15:07 ET by BlondeNot to derail this thread, but is anyone else wondering what is going to happen if Gustav hits New Orleans (or close) next week?
I think President Bush needs to go ride out the storm in the Superdome.
David Gregory, do you know which damn network you lie for? ~ Uncle Jimbo, @Blackfive
I'm not wondering...Pres.
August 29, 2008 - 15:17 ET by bigtimerI'm not wondering...Pres. Bush is supposed to give a speech at the convention monday and then get back to the WH to watch the hurricane...and do nothing...because He Can't stop nature.
Jindal has it all under control...and the msm are waiting and hoping with eager anticipation that it does hit NO again thinking this is going to hurt 'R's...they make me ill.
Frankly as long as repub has been in charge of things...things get done.
...they are playing this up as much as possible in the msm.
I hope everyone is going to be okay...but lord it get's tiring listening to the msm about all of this beforehand....I'm sure Biden and Obama have reservations at the Holiday Inn in NO to do their msm talking points.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
B: A half an hour ago I
August 29, 2008 - 16:01 ET by stratmanB:
A half an hour ago I received a call to potentially work in New Orleans if the storm wreaks havoc next week.
I'd say the logistics of disaster management preparations have improved greatly since Katrina.
Of course "Chocolate City" Nagin may still screw the pooch again. (how's that Chocolate thang going, Nagin?) At least Jindal won't refuse federal help when it's offered (TWICE by the last governor)!
RRAM Tough!
Yeah, strat
August 29, 2008 - 16:19 ET by BlondeYou only get caught once being not prepared for a hurricane (we learned this lesson in 1992 during Hurricane Andrew).
Hoping is not a plan!
Good luck if you get the call....it's hard, dirty, nasty work regardless, and TOTALLY appreciated by those who've been rolled by a storm. Thank you for doing that. It means the world, truly.
I have a neighbor on the next street (whom I met through a hurricane). He has a commercial grade icemaker and generator. This wonderful man and his wife delivered ice to everyone in the neighborhood for a week until our power was restored. He's done this three different storms. I am grateful beyond words for that act of kindness. And we weren't devastated, just without power.
David Gregory, do you know which damn network you lie for? ~ Uncle Jimbo, @Blackfive
Thank you for the kind
August 30, 2008 - 19:29 ET by stratmanThank you for the kind words of encouragement. My cousin became a forensic dentist with FEMA after 9/11 and was in Louisiana after Katrina. His was a hard and heartbreaking duty - identifying victims.
There was an interesting outcome to his duty. While there he felt truly vulnerable to criminal elements at times - people were being robbed and injured by criminal individuals and gangs. His parents are rabid Liberal anti-gunners, and he was definately a Democrat, but after his experience, he requested and received firearm safety and experience from an uncle. He went from anti-gun to a 2nd amendment supporter in the span of a few days.
To me, this was a silver lining in the black cloud of Katrina.
I wish you well this hurricane season and hope you have no further need for the generousity of your iceman!
RRAM Tough!
Gustav
August 29, 2008 - 16:19 ET by IndyBlondie,
I'm Praying that with a different Governor, and Nagan learning his lesson, that the American people would see a different out come, even if Gustav hit New Orleans directly.
People we see when you have competent leaders running the State, and the Mayor doing his duties properly, that out outcome will be much different. Nagan is scared. Did you here how much more prepared he is alreadyand ready o use those "dam" busses.
I personally think Nagan and the old Gov. should be prosecuted for neglect of duties regarding.
Let the whining...
August 29, 2008 - 15:02 ET by Vivian Lee...begin.
I may need a raincoat to protect me from all the exploding heads of moonbats.
VL... I've got my old
August 29, 2008 - 15:06 ET by bigtimerVL...
I've got my old rain gear at the ready from working on the docks/oil spill from Alaska...let the explosions begin...I am so looking forward to this...for a change!
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Cue Gallagher.
August 29, 2008 - 16:01 ET by Eileen RightCue Gallagher.
Ah yes...I love those
August 29, 2008 - 16:43 ET by bigtimerAh yes...I love those watermelons....seeds and all!
Let the splattering commence....pass the sledgehammer.
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Perfect timing
August 29, 2008 - 15:04 ET by doug1950Lot of folks been running down McCain for months. When he was only one of 100 Senators he could afford to be a "Maverick" because the stick he wielded was only so big. Now that he is the GOP candidate this election is his to lose. His choice and timing was impecible. Sarah Palin is about as American as anyone can be. She IS the face of America from her background, her family, her beliefs are real; the genuine article and it comes across. Ive been watching her for months now. She is the same all the time. No phoniness, no pretense. But back to John McCain...everyone thought he was rude, brusk and mean. If I had to deal daily with the likes of the members of our Senate and the Congress I would be just as or meaner. He hasn't said anything to them that I haven't when I see them on TV shooting off their mouths. Ive probably said worse. I suspect that Dems all over the country are lying in the floor stamping their tiny liberal feet in conniption fits right now because the luster has already gone off their show of a Convention. McCain pulled a beautiful Hail Mary and it is showing in the Media, the blogs, the boards and across the land. He may be an old man but don't Mess with Old people....We'll hurt YOU!
Andrea Meatball
August 29, 2008 - 16:29 ET by hgabrahamsonI never watch msnbc, but I had to watch 'em squirm this morning. Andrea Meatball was almost in tears, Mika still hasn't got a clue. What a riot. I haven't enjoyed a Rat gal on TV this much since a half (maybe more) in the bag Susan Estrich was frothing at the mouth over the rumor that Kerry had won. I think that "0 for the last century" Shrum started that one when he got a bum report and callsd the Frenchie "Mr. President". Back to Andrea Meatball. Just to show how unprepared for the selection the libs were for Palin, a scrambling Meatball went to unprepared Steve MacMahon, a dem strategist (oxymoron, for sure) who opted that Sarah would have a hard time campaigning since she had a child with Downes Syndrome! I was so dumbfounded I may be wrong on the author of the quote..but it was said,
Difference of Opinion is what makes a Horse Race
Doug,
August 29, 2008 - 16:30 ET by NorthCoasterA "Hail Mary" it is and before the last 20 seconds of the game. This still gives McCain-Pallin 2 months to run roughshod over the Dem scrub team. As of today the Dems have been pushed back into the wrong end-zone.