Sarah Palin As McCains VP Choice

LoopyLee · 08-30-2008, 5:07 PM

I've been looking at the American presidential race while chewing over the Dr. Wheeler on Obama thread and working out my response to the lastest post.. and I was wondering what the American public thought of his choice of person to run with him as Vice President..

Grover130 · 08-30-2008, 5:16 PM

These are desperate times. The world is on the verge of energy and food shortages along with the prospect of wars in several regions. The U.S. needs a president and vice pres with expert experience during this crutial time period. I believe Palin was a poor choice, due to lack of world stage experience. The western culture is in for some serious change during the next couple years.

lanbrown · 08-30-2008, 7:07 PM

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The world is on the verge of energy and food shortages

We are? No, it's just OPEC reducing the amount of oil they supply to raise prices.

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along with the prospect of wars in several regions.

Maybe it is time for the US to let others be the police. Countries hate us but love our money. Maybe it is time that they:
A) Take out money and keep their mouth shut.
B) Talk all they want but don't get a dime.

There are their two options.

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Originally Posted by Grover130

The U.S. needs a president and vice pres with expert experience during this crutial time period. I believe Palin was a poor choice, due to lack of world stage experience. The western culture is in for some serious change during the next couple years.

What experienece? Maybe a degree from Harvard in presidential matters? Palin has executive experience and McCain has many years of political experience.

Grover130 · 08-30-2008, 7:56 PM

On the bright side, she does have a nice smile.

ozthis · 08-30-2008, 8:11 PM

desperate move from a desperate campaign...

would he have picked a woman if hilary did not have the support that she had. He did not pick her because of all of her experience in foreign affairs, National politics, or anything. What did she do before being gov of alaska? She was a city council member of some little town....Im not against her by any means but I am against McSame and his motives

Brett Haven · 08-30-2008, 8:13 PM

I've been watching both these threads, and alot of good points are being brought to surface.

Palin has to be a valuable option. If McCain takes ill, she very well could be the first female VP, and President. I hope she has the ability to stand up for whats right and not whats good for her political future.

lanbrown · 08-30-2008, 8:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Brett Haven

I've been watching both these threads, and alot of good points are being brought to surface.

Palin has to be a valuable option. If McCain takes ill, she very well could be the first female VP, and President. I hope she has the ability to stand up for whats right and not whats good for her political future.

Then what good is Obama if he has no experience at all? To me, he is like a used car salesman; slick and fast talking but always needs to go to the boss (Biden) to seek approval.

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Brett Haven · 08-30-2008, 8:53 PM

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Originally Posted by lanbrown

Then what good is Obama if he has no experience at all? To me, he is like a used car salesman; slick and fast talking but always needs to go to the boss (Biden) to seek approval.

Yet another good point. We are on the verge of promoting someone the most powerful position in the world, with no experience.

But, that also means that if they have no experience, they may not be corrupted by Washington's current state.

Not FOR anyone here. Just making debatable points.

BALDGONZO · 08-30-2008, 9:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Grover130

These are desperate times. The world is on the verge of energy and food shortages along with the prospect of wars in several regions. The U.S. needs a president and vice pres with expert experience during this crutial time period. I believe Palin was a poor choice, due to lack of world stage experience. The western culture is in for some serious change during the next couple years.

I think we should mind our own business for a while and keep our hands to our selfs. Then when Russia starts kicking down doors many countries will then want to be our friends again and like us.

Just kidding.

Grover130 · 08-30-2008, 9:05 PM

I hope Sarah can change this kind of behavior.

BALDGONZO · 08-30-2008, 9:08 PM

If he keeps that up more gay liberals might vote for him.

lanbrown · 08-31-2008, 2:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Brett Haven

But, that also means that if they have no experience, they may not be corrupted by Washington's current state.

But he is stating "Change" but when asked about his voting record and voting "present" instead of "for" or "against" he said that this is what the others were doing to make a point. For someone to state they want change, then why is he doing the same as the others? Looks to me that he is on the same ship as all the others; SS Corruption.

Brett Haven · 09-01-2008, 2:40 PM

Back to the issue of Palin.

Not that this is wrong... But... Her daughter is underage, unwed, and pregnant. It was just posted on Fox News as confirmed. How is that going to affect her campaign? She is expected to be popular with voters in the south and christians just like McCain. Both of which usually oppose teenage pregnancy.

lanbrown · 09-01-2008, 4:00 PM

Clinton; Smoked weed (but never inhaled), whitewater scandal and you had the “hookers” as well and this was before he was president. He even got reelected. His wife got a senator seat and she was involved in many of the scandals he was. I don't think it will matter.

Ever think that Palin is more in touch with reality and doesn't live a sheltered life like most politicians? That is why she is better than Biden.

.OrgOwner · 09-08-2008, 6:03 AM

At 72 some might suggest that a vote for McCain is a vote for Palin.... When you look at recent US political history and the two options in the running for the top job you could be forgiven for asking yourself if the system is broken.

steingar · 09-08-2008, 9:47 AM

I love Palin. If McCain really wants to play the "Obama is too inexperienced" card, which is really all he's got, he's got to look to his own house. The unwed teenager isn't going to go over very well with the fundies. McCain couldn't have made a better choice as far as I'm concerned.

denzee · 09-08-2008, 10:21 AM

Even though her daughter is unwed and pregnant, that may ruffle some conservative feathers but I think it's how it's being handled that will prove to be good in the end.

First, she didn't get an abortion and chose to keep the child.

Second, she apparently is going to marry the father to create a home for the new baby.

Third, her family has supported her with their love and not given her the boot.

These are all very conservative values that will be applauded.

The other side will say things like she must not have been a good parent to allow this to happen. If she can't run her own family, how can she run a country?

ryoung1 · 09-08-2008, 2:02 PM

Palin was an excellent choice for McCain. The shot in the arm the campaign needed. The other side will always try to put their spin on it, but she is a pit bull in a dress that appears she will take no BS from anyone. She does lack experience in foreign affairs, but with a good cabinet around her (as with other presidents), she would not have a problem if she would someday be required to run the country. I also believe she will pull the feminine vote in the Republican direction (male and female if they see the pic from Grover above). The Palin choice was unsuspected by all, but looks to be a very good decision. Polls are now showing a dead heat and it appears the steam is coming out of the "cult" following that appeared to be backing the Democratic side. And, who could have more experience to run the country than McCain. When they say "four more years of the same", that may not be such a bad thing when considering what four years of "tax and spend" could mean to our wallets. I, for one, would like to keep as much of my money as possible.

steingar · 09-08-2008, 2:41 PM

McCain could pick Osama bin Laden himself and the conservatives would spin it sunny.

sheepofblue · 09-08-2008, 2:48 PM

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Originally Posted by .OrgOwner

At 72 some might suggest that a vote for McCain is a vote for Palin.... When you look at recent US political history and the two options in the running for the top job you could be forgiven for asking yourself if the system is broken.

Check the age of most Supreme Court Justices

denzee · 09-08-2008, 2:49 PM

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McCain could pick Osama bin Laden himself and the conservatives would spin it sunny.

At least maybe they could catch Osama then and take the credit for it. Good idea steingar.

nedro · 09-08-2008, 4:51 PM

I'm expecting her to kill McCain in the first two years and simply take over.
But politics aside,
How many of you were waiting for her to throw off her glasses, let her hair down, and grab the nearest Blue Veined Skin Flute with both hands as the porno music started during her speach?

LoopyLee · 09-08-2008, 5:06 PM

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How many of you were waiting for her to throw off her glasses, let her hair down, and grab the nearest Blue Veined Skin Flute with both hands as the porno music started during her speach?

Sideshow bob · 09-08-2008, 5:08 PM

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Originally Posted by nedro

I'm expecting her to kill McCain in the first two years and simply take over.
But politics aside,
How many of you were waiting for her to throw off her glasses, let her hair down, and grab the nearest Blue Veined Skin Flute with both hands as the porno music started during her speach?

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* Oh Hold on! ..... You mean she Didn't?! What was I watching then??????

lanbrown · 09-08-2008, 6:55 PM

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Originally Posted by steingar

I love Palin. If McCain really wants to play the "Obama is too inexperienced" card, which is really all he's got, he's got to look to his own house. The unwed teenager isn't going to go over very well with the fundies. McCain couldn't have made a better choice as far as I'm concerned.

I don't see it that way. The president needs to make decisions and the VP and President are not usually together. So when Obama needs to make a decision he will need to phone Biden. To me Obama is like a used car salesman; slick talking but always needs to ask approval for any deal.

BALDGONZO · 09-08-2008, 9:04 PM

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Originally Posted by nedro

I'm expecting her to kill McCain in the first two years and simply take over.
But politics aside,
How many of you were waiting for her to throw off her glasses, let her hair down, and grab the nearest Blue Veined Skin Flute with both hands as the porno music started during her speach?

steingar · 09-09-2008, 7:04 PM

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Originally Posted by lanbrown

I don't see it that way. The president needs to make decisions and the VP and President are not usually together. So when Obama needs to make a decision he will need to phone Biden. To me Obama is like a used car salesman; slick talking but always needs to ask approval for any deal.

I was mainly referring to often used criticism of the McCain camp that Obama is insufficiently experienced for the office. The fact that Palin has commensurate or less experience suggests that McCain truly thinks less of that issue than he lets on publicly, and will diminish his ability to make that criticism. That bodes very well for Obama, as McCain may actually have to discuss the issues, with which he is not entirely cognizant.

Caggers · 09-09-2008, 7:55 PM

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Originally Posted by steingar

I was mainly referring to often used criticism of the McCain camp that Obama is insufficiently experienced for the office. The fact that Palin has commensurate or less experience suggests that McCain truly thinks less of that issue than he lets on publicly, and will diminish his ability to make that criticism. That bodes very well for Obama, as McCain may actually have to discuss the issues, with which he is not entirely cognizant.

Lets remember though, Palin is up for only the VP slot, Obama is up for president. I'd rather have the 'master' running the show and the 'grasshopper' learning rather than the other way round...

lanbrown · 09-10-2008, 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by steingar

I was mainly referring to often used criticism of the McCain camp that Obama is insufficiently experienced for the office. The fact that Palin has commensurate or less experience suggests that McCain truly thinks less of that issue than he lets on publicly, and will diminish his ability to make that criticism. That bodes very well for Obama, as McCain may actually have to discuss the issues, with which he is not entirely cognizant.

See below.

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Lets remember though, Palin is up for only the VP slot, Obama is up for president. I'd rather have the 'master' running the show and the 'grasshopper' learning rather than the other way round...

Exactly; President and VP are not the same job.

BALDGONZO · 09-10-2008, 1:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Caggers

Lets remember though, Palin is up for only the VP slot, Obama is up for president. I'd rather have the 'master' running the show and the 'grasshopper' learning rather than the other way round...

Hey, Grasshopper. When you can snatch the pebble from my han......

Hey, give me that pebble back!