Sarah Palin served two terms on the Wasilla, Alaska, city council from 1992 to 1996, then won two terms as mayor of Wasilla from 1996 to 2002. After an unsuccessful campaign for lieutenant governor of Alaska in 2002, she chaired the Alaska Oil and Gas Conservation Commission from 2003 to 2004 while also serving as Ethics Supervisor of the commission.
As governor of Alaska, Sarah Palin managed an $11 billion budget and 15,000 state employees, and manages the country's seventh largest economy.
What has Barack Obama done that compares? He's managing his own campaign? Obama has been campaigning the last year and a half....does that qualify as experience? In anything?
Obama won't acknowledge Governor Sarah Palin's experience as the chief executive of the state of Alaska. He has to deliberately steer clear of it because he knows he can't compete with her on that level, so all he can do is run against her experience as mayor of Wasilla and hope no one will call him on it. In other words, she has had to DO the job instead of RUN for the job.
That adds up to 16 years experience in management, local and state government.
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and that's just the tip of this iceburg....no global warming required to melt this one!
congrats!
I'm not putting down either my town or Wasilla, but I'm also not going to agree that her "executive experience" amounts to more than a hill of beans, on a national scale.
Sarah Palin goes to Church on the Rock in Wasilla, Alaska which teaches Joyce Meyer and Rick Warren’s Purpose Driven Life programs in 2005 and 2006 (Rick Warren’s course has also been done at John McCain’s Phoenix church).
When in Juneau, Sarah Palin goes to Juneau Christian Center, an AOG (Assemblies of God) pentecostal church.
Sarah Palin’s Christian faith, they say, came from her mother, who took her children to area Bible churches as they were growing up (Sarah is the third of four siblings). They say her faith has been steady since high school, when she led the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and grew stronger as she sought out believers in her college years.
A Valley cable TV program had hailed her as Wasilla’s first “Christian mayor.”
The $64,000. question.
Just wait till the debates - there will be no teleprompters and we'll all witness a repeat of the Obama Saddleback debacle, as Barry struggles to put together a cogent thought.
What we're really experiencing is snobbishness. I wrote about that in my article about how divided our country is right now. People somehow think that because Obama became an attorney, that makes him hot stuff. It doesn't. They think being a community organizer gives him leadership skills. I don't know about Chicago, but here in Cincinnati, they hire kids right out of college to do that and most of them aren't doing much more than trying to raise money. Often door-to-door. That's not a leadership position. (Perhaps Obama needs to show us his job description?) His record in IL and Washington as a politician is pitiful. Voting present was definitely part of his plan to not anger either the "yes" side or the "no" side. (I guess he thought the rest of us wouldn't care?) He also started campaigning before anyone else (and asked for Secret Service protection almost a year before most do) and has missed most votes while campaigning. At least McCain has done some voting while campaining. The difference? McCain is more concerned about the country. I repeat, McCain is more concerned about the country. Obama is only concerned about himself, and if he gets into the White House people will discover that pretty quickly. I pray he doesn't.
According to Barna, 53% of Americans are born-again Christians and 60% of them are evangelical...and 90% of them are registered to vote. We need to make sure those folks get out and vote.
Oh my goodness! A politician lied?
McCain, Palin, Obama and Biden all brought out their entire families at their respective convention.
What other type of experience would you consider that would mount to a hill of beans?
Her speech has officially been designated "a home run."
I just can't wait for those debates !!!
Great points. Thanks for including them here.
That is where we differ. I could NOT have left that precious baby out.
If we never know the pros and cons of an issue, how can we know if we are for it, or against it?
If Palin hadn't laid her cards on the table, the media would be ripping her apart for trying to hide things. What would you have her do?
It's really about accepting the fact that politicians lie. If we are going to call out a "lie" of one, then we would have to look at the lies of all, and we don't have time or energy for that. That is why we work to get the facts straight.
When it comes to the subject of honesty, nary a word has been expended by the establishment media re-introducing Americans to Joe Biden's law school plagiarism and his lifting of lines from a speech by British Labour Party Chief Neil Kinnock, the latter forcing Biden to exit the 1988 presidential contest. Now, there is a serious lie.
You see how it could go on and on and we would be buried in this.
You are all insignificant now,you reign of terror is about to end.
Even your own paid liars (fox news) knows this stinks to high heaven.
Magic underpants can't even save your sorry butts.
You are all insignificant now,you reign of terror is about to end.
Even your own paid liars (fox news) knows this stinks to high heaven.
Magic underpants can't even save your sorry butts. "
Ah, Repugnidon, the troll who finds it funny when people lose their loved ones in Iraq. The troll who says it was their own fault for being their when they are blown to pieces by IEDs and RPGs. I think you've been sniffing your own magic underpants troll. Slither back under your bridge.
Righton, again. Obama and Biden combined don't have anything near Sarah Palin's experience.
She is in the vanguard of the new generation of conservative politicians. Louisiana's Bobby Jindal isn't far behind. She puts the lie to the argument that conservatism is headed for the dustbin. She will serve as a clarion call to younger women and men who find her dynamic, upbeat personality, rootedness and strong advocacy of conservative ideas appealing.
By the way, for anyone who trusts polls....here is an interesting one taken by AOL today:
Poll Results:
Now that both major parties have held their conventions, who will you vote for?
McCain and Palin 66% 178,597
Obama and Biden 30% 81,827
I'm not sure 3% 8,758
Some other candidate 1% 2,067
I don't vote 0% 1,230
Note on Poll Results :
Total Votes: 272,479
Sorry for the rant on the troll but I feel I've earned the right.
I'm a bit reluctant to give out highly personal information about myself on Gather articles.
Particularly those that would have absolutely no relevance since "I" am not running for any public office at the moment.
I am happy to share with you; however, that Sarah Palin, the focus of this thread, has experience at being at the helm of running the seventh largest economy in the nation.... and has done wonders with that budget.
I fear we have seen only the beginning of how Sarah Palin will be attacked and lied about in this campaign. Somehow I feel our soccer mom with lipstick might be up to the task of dealing. I think she's tough !!!!
Obama is the one who doesn't get it! The more I try to make sense of his vague economic plan, the more it seems to me that Obama is a man deeply conflicted with himself.
I apologize if I did not make myself clear. I meant that Joe Biden has gotten a free ride, thus far, on that subject, since he announced for VP.
I mentioned before that we would more than likely not agree with every political position our nominee choice has.
You know, Carla, in the beginning, I thought I would probably vote for Obama. Through his campaigning, and research I have done on him, I learned I could not vote for him.
For me, personally, and I know you don't agree, John McCain's candidacy represents a new and important chapter for this nation. And how do I know this? Well, for one thing, by the volume and ferocity of attacks, outright distortions and lies that have come against him by Obama and Co.
LOL.... You go, girl.
What Cathi said.
I love that description of Sarah. Why didn't "I" think of that?
I agree with you completely.
As I have said before, Palin has been Governor just about as long as Obama was a Senator before announcing his candidacy.
Aimee: re: Biden. Interesting that Biden was soundly rejected by his own party in 1988 and 2008 to be president. Now, Obama thinks it would be great to have him a heartbeat away. The dems don't want to him in the white house, why should the rest of us?
Carla's Lie #1. "They are against abortions even in case of rape and incest..."-- A Lie; any action to overturn the bench-legislated "Roe v. Wade" heresy would include provisions for crisis cases.
#2. "They" believe that birth control is the same as abortion...."-- Another Lie; They are against teaching 8-year-olds how to put condoms on cucumbers, and believe that this practice, and ANY form of sex "education," should be taught in the home, by Parents. She also disingenuously refers to the abortion Pill RU-482 as "birth control." You are a Leftist Liar, and you disgust me.
#3. "They are against stem cell research..." -- And yet another knee-slapper, if it weren't so dishonest. "They," and EVERYONE ELSE, are against FEDERALLY FUNDED stem-cell research. It is horrific for Christians and those who are AGAINST this practice, to pay for this cannibalism with the Tax-dollar of those who reject it. Private Ghouls who wish to engage in this practice are legally allowed to do so.
Carla is certainly allowed an opinion, as are we all; however, she will not be allowed to Lie in this manner, and on every thread she participates on.
I will expose you, Carla, every time this is attempted. Again, this will not stand.
She did not do that against you or others like you, she was referring to Obama because he had no responcibility in his "Efforts" as a community Organizer. If you remember the issue of Obama as a community Organizer was nothing was ever done through him, but through others, and he left before anything was even complete. In other words, he lacked any Real Responcibility as a Community Organizer, and was an insult to you that actually do that type of work.
I find this crazy, I support Barr, and find myself defending my opposition because the Liberals can never look at facts, they have to spew what they are told to without looking up facts for themselves except through their own corrupt networks. Palin would make a far better President than Obama could ever hope to make. ANd that is an simple fact.
Dan, I can commiserate. The charlatans at the top of either ticket couldn't serve as my "stage tech."
Ain't Sarah grand! can't wait for the interviews! then we'll see real bumps......hmmmmmm
got a bridge to nowhere to sell ya...cheap....on ebay!
And.... that is a true and genuine cause for celebration !!!
The libs are the true masters of the use of the "Double standard" theory.
Fighting with these folks on here is a waste of time. Their only purpose in life is to hear themselves rant and rave.
Read my comments on your other article.
I have a great deal of respect for all 4 candidates, as humans, and as candidates trying to get elected. They all have more class than most of the media, and a lot of the blogosphere. I disagree totally on their ideology. That does not make me a bad guy or them (bad guys or woman).
There are 2 notes; however, that I will reiterate, The definition of sexism is an attack on a Liberal Woman, and it is always "Open Season" on Christians.
You guys/gals are nothing short of amazing!! My hats off to you .
I think you keep all of us absorbed in reading your responses. ( I stalk your comments.)
Your knowledge is incredible ... you display not only humor but humility.
Big kudos to you Mark John for insisting on honesty from commentors and being committed to assuring it. keep up the good work...both of you. Gather needs you. And to you, Kay, for a great flair for quality writing and content and for ignoring Louis.
Yes!! I am not a world champion flip flopper, like Obama....I will stand by my comment that all politicians lie...as do a lot of commentors.
Those are the best comments I have heard yet on the "Community Organizer" subject. Thank you for posting them here.
~Sigh~ Unfortunately, you are right.
I appreciate your logic, and the "fairness" you show in all of your comments. (Sometimes above and beyond the call of duty. :) )
My thanks for stopping in.
Quite frankly, I question the validity of ANY of the polls as far as being a true sampling of opinion of all .... and they change, hourly.
McCain is now viewed favorably by 58% of the nation’s voters while Obama earns positive reviews from 57% (see trends). McCain earns favorable reviews from 91% of Republicans while Obama is viewed favorably by 87% of Democrats. Among unaffiliated voters, McCain’s favorable ratings are at 64%, Obama’s at 54%.
The Rasmussen poll is indeed close, which is a good sign in my book.
Religion Remains Major Dividing Factor Among White Voters September 5, 2008
John McCain’s lead over Barack Obama among highly religious white voters, currently 65% to 26%, has been quite stable all summer and has not yet changed with the selection of Sarah Palin as his vice-presidential running mate.
Wow! You are a solid, factual and dependable source to rely on. THANKS !!!
just saying keep it real babe
As far as Gov. Palin's remarks about community organizers. I don't feel that she was making fun of them at all. I think she was pointing out that most community organizers don't turn around and try to run for president.
Hi Queenie.....Mockery? sure you're allowed to mock..... especially since the disgrace that has become your party has failed in every respect is now obviously running from itself?
I especially like your own personal flip-flop....thought you'd had enough of election-earing......
just sayin. I love the Change in the party....that;'s so attractive too....just like my suite, probably made in China, Seems like you all are now no longer rich elitists! Popuilist Mavericks all....including Billionaire s Romney, Juliani, McCain....and the rest......hmmmmm but will it play in Pioria?
Oscar de la renta dress 3000
chanel J12 white ceramic watch 4500
3k diamond earings 280 000
4 strand pearl necklace 11-25000
shoes by Taryn rose 475
signal it sends.... priceless.....as well as the slight misstep of taling about those poor poor people who are hurting because their real estate investments are failing!
fake soldiers and the wrong images? Walter Reed High????????? that shows the same attention to detail they used in CHOOSING [that word again] the most obviously qualified person in the entire party for VP....
I have a bridge to nowhwere sell you all....on Ebay.....for a profit of course.
Enjoy the election!
Your worst nightmare !! :)
Thanks for encouraging Mark John on that. He does a good job. Only someone who wants to distort the facts would have seen her comments as "Making fun."
But the change of icon didn't improve the vocabulary a bit.
I heard, on CNN, this morning, that Obama and Co., had approached Sarah Palin's ex brother-in-law (Paratrooper Gate) with a huge sum of money in exchange for dirt on Sarah. That is really bottom-dwelling.
I like that idea.
http://perezhilton.com/2008-09-04-stewart-on-palin
It's about that double standard thingie....the one you're concerned about......you can run babe, you can't hide!
I STILL don't think ats got nuttin' ter do wiv it?
"And as far as some people refusing to vote for someone because of a single issue, this world is more complex then one fricking issue."
Now, Dan, there you go again...talking sensibly... as Reagan would say.
Does the emperor know he's naked?
:-)
I see...the 'double standard thingie' only works against the other party! I get it!
I'm not tellin'. Let Mikey do it, he tells everything.
This is such a sensitive area for me!! Obama did all the talk about his community organizing because he has no other accomplishments. It turns out Rezko, his big supporter, was developing affordable housing in the same communities Obama organized and represented as a State Senator.
Rezko’s affordable housing projects started to fail in 1996, and he stopped all payments on them. Who would believe that Obama did not know this, and that the projects were failing, or that he had no community connections to tell him the projects were failing. Community organizers are supposed to know the streets they work in, they're supposed to know and care about the buildings. Why didn't he ask Rezko where all the grant money for rehabbing those units in his district was going?
In total there were 11 projects in Obama’s district, affordable housing projects, that failed and Obama had NO clue, so he says. This was a substantial loss of affordable housing in a very low income neighborhood, YET Rezko basically pocketed about 6 million in developer fees.
If this could happen in a small neighborhood...what could happen with him at the helm in DC?
Mikey ~~ not Mickey ~~~~ the kid that eats anything and tells everything. :)
Obama is way too naive and frightening to even contemplate in today's world, and Biden is just an idiot...period.
Of course you know the fact that your submit button didn't work properly is all Bush's fault. Damn him. It's all his fault !!
"who are the real racist and sexist bigots in the country? "
Can you ever recall an attack on an individual by the liberals, that has gone to the lengths of out and out discrimination, such as the one that has been visited upon Sarah Palin since her nomination for VP??
I can't think of one that has been designed to attack a candidate's family as this one has.
WHY? I can only believe it's because they're scared to death of her!!!!