I hope y’all got a chance to hear Gov. Sarah Palin’s address to the Republican National Convention tonight. I’m considering it my silver lining that I got to watch her introduction to the national stage from the comfort of my couch (yes, that means I’m STILL pregnant). Those who know me will not be surprised that I was pleased with Gov. Palin’s selection from the get go – her traditional values and conservative social policies mirror my own. She comes from small town America and is proud of her roots. And it is terribly exciting to see a woman after my own heart, seeking public office, not to mention the Vice Presidency of the United States. Sarah Palin is a woman of faith, a loving wife & mother, and an intelligent, clever and tenacious public servant. These are also my passions and she shows me one example of how to combine them. I was impressed, very impressed by her speech tonight and look forward to her impact on the campaign and her performance in the VP debate. She will add an important voice to our national dialogue. How could I not be impressed by a candidate who lovingly praises her newborn son and carries him in a sling during a gubenatorial press conference? How can I not admire her balance between feminine charm and brute strength? She is really going to make the rest of the campaign exciting!
PS Oh, and I LOVED the shot of Palin’s youngest daughter, Piper, licking her hand and smoothing over the hair of her baby brother, Trig! What a hoot!!
I totally agree Jenny! I’m super excited to see what comes next! By the way, we have McCain magnetic bumper stickers if you want one!
Me too! She doesn’t take anything they throw at her, does she? I’m almost excited to vote for McCain now.
Jenny, you pegged my favorite part, too. I absolutely laughed when the camera focused on Palin’s daughter spit-shining her little brother’s hair. I also enjoyed Sara Palin’s spontaneous joke about hockey moms. This woman is amazing!
Too bad that she cheated on her husband and has a very scandalicious background* b/c I’m all for a woman being part of our presidency! Oh, and it’s unfortunate that she had to exaggerate her accomplishments — typical politician, I guess. Anyway, I can’t wait to meet the newest addition to your family!!*EDITED by drozmonkey. See comment below.
Tara, while I appreciate that our political views probably differ, I think you’ve been misinformed. The source of the allegations of an affair is none other than the super market tabloid, The National Enquirer (McCain campaign calls Palin affair story a ‘vicious lie’ source: Associated Press). As for the exaggeration of her accomplishments and experience, that is a topic which is open for debate. However, I find it telling that the McCain campaign is eager to put Palin’s experience up against Obama’s.