Unbelievable: GOP governors sniping at Palin over press conference
posted at 5:55 pm on November 13, 2008 by Allahpundit
To my fellow bloggers: The next time you get an e-mail from someone saying it’s time to organize a conservative netroots, bear in mind that it’s these morons, by and large, whom that person wants you to support. The same people who couldn’t muster a judgment on the bailout independent of Nancy Pelosi being a big meanie, the same people who can’t organize a press conference without having it descend into backbiting and recriminations.
Some Republican governors tell CNN they were not particularly happy with the way the Republican Governors Association press conference was executed Thursday, saying that they agreed to go as a show of GOP governors’ unity — but they ended up feeling like silent Palin supporters, since it was clearly a press conference called for her.
The GOP governors spoke to CNN on condition of anonymity.
One called it awkward: “I’m sure you could see it on some of our faces.”
Another Republican governor eyeing a presidential run in 2012 told CNN the event was “odd” and “weird,” and said it “unfortunately sent a message that she was the de facto leader of the party.”
This isn’t about Palin, it’s about basic competence on messaging. The McCain camp couldn’t manage it and now the governors can’t either. Who’s left?
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She generates excitement.
They generate snores.
Mr. Bingley on November 13, 2008 at 5:58 PM
Sorry but while she excites the base the base are a fraction of the US.
She is a liability.
She is on record saying she might run in 2012 if God tells her to.
Come on.
Ares on November 13, 2008 at 5:58 PM
they have so many balls they have to speak as “anonymous sources”. As I’ve said before, I’m looking for a new party.
katablog.com on November 13, 2008 at 5:59 PM
That sounds familiar. Unless they give a name … I consider it make believe.
Gregor on November 13, 2008 at 5:59 PM
Has to be Charlie Criss who has no chance what so ever of being President
William Amos on November 13, 2008 at 6:00 PM
Pawlenty?
Pawlenty?
barry norris on November 13, 2008 at 6:00 PM
As I noted in reference to the campaign leaks: maybe they know something about Sarah Palin that you don’t know.
Big S on November 13, 2008 at 6:00 PM
We’re screwed.
p0s3r on November 13, 2008 at 6:00 PM
Lotta egos all thinking they should be running in 2012…
albill on November 13, 2008 at 6:00 PM
You could see it. Pawlenty (zzzz) and Crist (zzzz) and Perry (zzzz) are probably still bitter.
lodge on November 13, 2008 at 6:00 PM
Making fun of people who believe in God doesn’t make you intelligent.
Esthier on November 13, 2008 at 6:00 PM
Yeah, let’s trust the brain trust that ran McCain’s campaign and now these idiots who cannot even stay on message for longer than a few hours.
Esthier on November 13, 2008 at 6:02 PM
Alla,
POST THEIR NAMES!
We will then start the march by campaigning against their re-election. If we want the power back, we must first eliminate all the moderates and lefties in our party that do not speak for it. Going along to get along is over.
POST THEIR NAMES!
redriver59 on November 13, 2008 at 6:02 PM
Why would this Republican Governor feel confident that CNN wouldn’t expose him?
Buddahpundit on November 13, 2008 at 6:02 PM
It doesn’t make you intelligent, it shows you’re intelligent.
barry norris on November 13, 2008 at 6:02 PM
He doesn’t know their names.
Esthier on November 13, 2008 at 6:02 PM
When she got 82% approval rating, your an instant troll.
the_nile on November 13, 2008 at 6:03 PM
Stop taking the bait. We’re talking about CNN. The story is just as likely to be complete fiction. You’re doing exactly what they want you to do, which is attack each other.
Gregor on November 13, 2008 at 6:03 PM
I believe in God and think saying that to the nation is a loser option .
Ares on November 13, 2008 at 6:03 PM
Read what they said again.
They were sniping at the news media who turned the joint news conference into a Palin event. They were not sniping at Palin, herself.
Marking Time on November 13, 2008 at 6:03 PM
That’s only at Hotair.
barry norris on November 13, 2008 at 6:04 PM
First of all, I have trouble believing that Republican Governors spoke to CNN on condition of anonymity.
Second, I can’t really blame them if it’s true. The press conference did appear to be a Praise Palin fest and they appeared as if they’re pushing for her to be the party’s next leader.
Does she excite a section of the GOP base? Sure. But 4.1 million fewer Republicans turned out this year than in 2004. An overwhelming majority of Americans said she’s not ready to be president. She bumbled on basic interview questions.
amerpundit on November 13, 2008 at 6:04 PM
Crist for president in 2012 ?
Charlie Crist is an all but an announced candidate. Im almost certain he is one of the un named above.
William Amos on November 13, 2008 at 6:04 PM
My money is on Crist. Never trust anyone that tan.
Dirthead on November 13, 2008 at 6:04 PM
Or arrogant.
Esthier on November 13, 2008 at 6:05 PM
No , they asked the republican voters.
the_nile on November 13, 2008 at 6:05 PM
Yep. Which is what I want them to do too.
barry norris on November 13, 2008 at 6:05 PM
That’s not what she said.
C. S. Lewis, et al., would disagree.
INC on November 13, 2008 at 6:05 PM
Martin, Martin, Martin. He’s spoken to a governor too!
hoosiermama on November 13, 2008 at 6:05 PM
The face of the Republican Party is changing. It’s just not just “white and male” anymore. Can you say “Michael Steele” ?
alternative failures on November 13, 2008 at 6:05 PM
No, just intelligent.
barry norris on November 13, 2008 at 6:05 PM
I think he’s speaking of Republicans in general, not just Palin. The GOP has always been the gang that can’t shoot straight, and I think it’s only going to get worse.
Slublog on November 13, 2008 at 6:06 PM
barry dont prove your ignorance
William Amos on November 13, 2008 at 6:06 PM
Govs better be careful or the Cuda won’t come to their fundraisers. She’s gonna be gold in that arena….
Rockygold on November 13, 2008 at 6:06 PM
Crist is a good bet. He would also be the worst possible candidate.
INC on November 13, 2008 at 6:06 PM
That’s fallen to 62% since she entered the national scene and that was as of July.
amerpundit on November 13, 2008 at 6:06 PM
We need better trolls.
CanadianGuy on November 13, 2008 at 6:06 PM
But you’re meaningless, especially at HotAir.
Gregor on November 13, 2008 at 6:06 PM
I dunno, if McCain can win the nomination, why can’t Crist? And in the general election, he would get the gay vote to defect from the Dems. Would win back Florida and put California in play. He has that tan thing going, too.
RW Wacko on November 13, 2008 at 6:06 PM
And they would be wrong.
barry norris on November 13, 2008 at 6:06 PM
Easy now.
Fact is there is a huge swathe of people out there who do not hold with Palin’s admirably straightforward views. You can posture all you like but it is a vote loser.
Ares on November 13, 2008 at 6:07 PM
Says the resident pest.
Esthier on November 13, 2008 at 6:07 PM
The people who voted Republican this year were more white and more male, as a group, than they were in 2004. Yes, it’s changing, but not in the way you think.
Big S on November 13, 2008 at 6:07 PM
I read the entire article and then took this away from it.
Who’s left?
scrubbiedude on November 13, 2008 at 6:07 PM
Crist is my guess too but it could be Sanford as well.
BrianBoru on November 13, 2008 at 6:07 PM
Ares.. can you provide a link about the “god” bit or is that from a fictitious source..
As to the story..
We wonder why we are getting our clocks cleaned.. we have become a bunch a whining, incompetent fools.
In fact if it weren’t for Sarah the only press republicans would be getting is we are whining incompetent fools so the other governors should feel fortunate their lips were sealed..
I’d much rather stand behind her in support than beside some of the other republcian governors..
My only solice is in the fact we are where the dems were eight years ago.. and if they can correct their stupidity to take the lead…
theblacksheepwasright on November 13, 2008 at 6:07 PM
These tools are saying these things secretly because they still may have to ask Palin to come out and campaign for them
Dirthead on November 13, 2008 at 6:08 PM
Ah nothing like bitchy, whiny, beta males commenting anonymously. Grow a pair and lead. If you can’t, step aside for the ‘Cuda.
Hammerhead on November 13, 2008 at 6:08 PM
http://www.gallup.com/poll/111883/No-Clamoring-Palin-Become-National-Political-Figure.aspx
CanadianGuy on November 13, 2008 at 6:08 PM
Us. Each one of us as an individual. And with regard to Sarah and Alaska, the message is: Affordable energy, yes, please!
RushBaby on November 13, 2008 at 6:08 PM
I’m the best you got so don’t complain and show some respect!
You’d be surprised by the amount of fans I have at Hotair.
barry norris on November 13, 2008 at 6:08 PM
Seems to me the winner of this election professes belief in God. It’s only okay for Democrats, though, ’cause nobody thinks they really live it and mean it, apparently.
capitalist piglet on November 13, 2008 at 6:09 PM
It looked more like the journalist only wanted to talk to palin , not that she tried to get in the center of all attention.
the_nile on November 13, 2008 at 6:09 PM
I was actually referring to her approval in Alaska.
amerpundit on November 13, 2008 at 6:09 PM
http://www.metro.co.uk/news/world/article.html?Palin_will_run_in_2012_if_God_says_so&in_article_id=396543&in_page_id=64
I’m not a troll but this stuff simply doesn’t help.
Neither does the fact that both parties believe in big government.
Ares on November 13, 2008 at 6:09 PM
Rush has had it right all along. They are afraid of her because she is not one of the good ol’ boys, doing the same o’ same o’, and will face down the establishment. They are all crappin’ in their knotted panties right now because she has the people behind her.
Wade on November 13, 2008 at 6:09 PM
I know you really like me.
barry norris on November 13, 2008 at 6:10 PM
The republicans look so petty right now. They are making themselves out to be laughingstocks if they keep up this “I am the guy running in 2012 business.”
They all need to get their acts together before they even start thinking about running in 2012. Especially Rick Perry who is not even liked in Texas.
texasconserv on November 13, 2008 at 6:10 PM
I just watched the video. To be honest even Palin looks a little irritated that they are asking her all the questions while it was supposed to be a joint press conference.
terryannonline on November 13, 2008 at 6:10 PM
Crist is a big wuss. Pawlenty is a nice guy, but a snoozer. I like Rick Perry. I like Bobby Jindal. Who are the rest of them? Did anyone notice?
Brian1972 on November 13, 2008 at 6:10 PM
Ironic since she’s the only one who actually wears panties.
barry norris on November 13, 2008 at 6:10 PM
Works for me.
Ponz on November 13, 2008 at 6:10 PM
Easy now? I haven’t insulted anyone here. I don’t care if you believe what I believe or believe the exact opposite. Respect really is not much at all to ask, but time and again atheists come in here and disrespect everything I believe in with such condensation that it’s impossible to have a descent conversation on the subject.
For the record, as has been pointed out many times, it’s the atheist that’s the vote loser in this country, not the person who goes to church.
She may be a horrible candidate, but believing in God isn’t her problem.
Esthier on November 13, 2008 at 6:11 PM
Would you define Jindal as a “good ol’ boy”, too?
amerpundit on November 13, 2008 at 6:11 PM
Agreed.
There are a lot of great Republican governors. I don’t want Sarah to be the defacto leader. It won’t be good for the party if she’s pushed in front of some of these other people.
I don’t remember any of these guys having a lot to say about Pelosi or the bailout.
MayBee on November 13, 2008 at 6:11 PM
Someone said she had 81 per cent suppport of Republicans and you disagreed.
CanadianGuy on November 13, 2008 at 6:11 PM
You’re a liberal. Do you even like yourself?
capitalist piglet on November 13, 2008 at 6:11 PM
You’ve got no proof of that.
Esthier on November 13, 2008 at 6:11 PM
Ares dont misinterpret what sarah said
Is a bit different than the spin you are putting on it
William Amos on November 13, 2008 at 6:12 PM
The God bit that Palin was talking about is from her interview with Greta. She said if God opens a door for her that she will take it and pursue it. From a saying that many religious people use, if God closes a door he opens another… And Palin was saying that her life is in God’s hands. Yes, most Christians believe that their lives are in God’s hands.
texasconserv on November 13, 2008 at 6:13 PM
There were other governors there? Sorry must have missed them.
canditaylor68 on November 13, 2008 at 6:13 PM
Barry, I’m really tired of people thinking that Christians are ignorant and unintelligent. I prefer to think God made us in His image – I know I didn’t come from a monkey. You, however, not too sure on that one.
MomintheFlyOverZone on November 13, 2008 at 6:13 PM
So the jockeying and chest games begin!!
And CNN starts the Republican infighting,as per
usual!
I see CNN’s helping with the Republican unity!!
canopfor on November 13, 2008 at 6:13 PM
There’s a difference between believing in God and saying that you’ll run for office if he tells you to. I don’t have a problem with the latter but there are quite a few people who do.
amerpundit on November 13, 2008 at 6:13 PM
If they were worth anything, then the people would be after them.
Too vague? Palin is in the hearts and minds of the conservatives, we know she took a beating so she has risen to the top. Give it a rest, stand back, let her have her chance, then you can have your say. If what “you” say is better then we will listen.
Stupid, egotistical, cry-babys…
right2bright on November 13, 2008 at 6:14 PM
Why do people feel the need to take what she says about God and exaggerate it? She did not say she would run if God told her to. She said if God opened the door she hoped she would be able to walk through it. That is what Christians believe. Why is that so hard for people to understand? The same thing happened to Bush when he said he prayed about Iraq before making his decision. They took that and ran with Bush invaded Iraq because God told him to. He didn’t realy hear a voice people. No matter how many nuts tell you he said he did.
Sue on November 13, 2008 at 6:14 PM
Guys,
I repeat. Nobody was complaining about Palin. They were all complaining about the Media turning a joint news conference into a Palin event.
Place the blame where the blame lies. Not on Palin. Not on her fellow Governors. On the News Media.
Marking Time on November 13, 2008 at 6:14 PM
Exactly. She has the guts to upset the status quo in both parties, and has demonstrated as much in Alaska.
thirteen28 on November 13, 2008 at 6:14 PM
I’ll keep it simple – someone who rams her faith down your throat is not mass market and you need mass market to win the presidency. Remember how Bush tiptoed around all kinds of social con core issues?
No disrespect here at all – just realism.
Ares on November 13, 2008 at 6:14 PM
Perhaps I misread that, but still: even though Palin has a huge uncritical group of supporters it’s alarming how quick her colleagues have been to stab the knife in her back when given a chance. Unlike the vast majority of HotAir readers (I suspect) these people have worked with her closely over the past few months and probably have a lot more insight into what makes her tick than her grassroots fans who are going on a few prepared speeches and campaign surrogates in the media.
Big S on November 13, 2008 at 6:15 PM
And then the other girls get a case of envy and start to gossip.
the_nile on November 13, 2008 at 6:15 PM
The GOP governors conference would not even be news without Palin there.
Firebird on November 13, 2008 at 6:15 PM
Remember during the Dem primaries people were talking about how the Democratic party was ripping itself apart?
That’s kind of funny to think about in light of all this.
justfinethanks on November 13, 2008 at 6:15 PM
You’re a borrish *sshole…that’s the kind of fan you have.
right2bright on November 13, 2008 at 6:16 PM
I bet the name of this “Republican governor eying a presidential run in 2012″ is Martin Eisenstadt.
runner on November 13, 2008 at 6:16 PM
WHO CARES?
Palin should have been savvy enough to say “screw McCain’s handlers” and gone out on every friendly interview she could have those first two weeks. Every time she says the word “God” she gives a dozen libtard websites and television shows a reason to make fun of her.
Speedwagon82 on November 13, 2008 at 6:16 PM
…you may see her as a liability, but all who have eyes can see you as a troll….
…but, you just go along with the “old boy network” of the Party…it performed great guns this election cycle, didn’t it?
Puritan1648 on November 13, 2008 at 6:16 PM
Coming from an A-hole who takes the name of a non-existant god this is just pathetic.
bill30097 on November 13, 2008 at 6:16 PM
If this is true, the GOP deserves to be shot, buried 6 feet under, then, when they feel like being a team of supporters with one another and not back-stabbing little girls, then God can miraculously raise them from the dead to come out to play again with Sarahcuda.
hockey2k5 on November 13, 2008 at 6:16 PM
I dont mind the governors whining about the media. But dammit dont whine TO the media they will put a negative spin on it.
If these governors are too stupid not to know to take things to the media and expect this kind of garbage then they are dumber than I thought.
William Amos on November 13, 2008 at 6:16 PM
I agree. And after watching the video, I can see why they might have felt “awkward.”
terryannonline on November 13, 2008 at 6:16 PM
Perry’s a snoozer as well if you this Texas resident. Better than a democrat, but that’s not a big bar to hurdle.
thirteen28 on November 13, 2008 at 6:17 PM
The original quote was:
To which the response was:
To which I responded:
I wasn’t aware that it was strictly amongst Republicans. I guess I was confused Apologies.
amerpundit on November 13, 2008 at 6:17 PM
Why would I? I like her! I’m just saying it doesn’t play well to a big bunch of people…
Combine that with her inability to speak coherently on prime time and she’s a liability.
People don’t do devout in big numbers, sorry.
Ares on November 13, 2008 at 6:18 PM
Actually that’s not true. The press conference was originally booked as Sarah Palin’s press conference and she delivered remarks. I guess the organizers’ decision to promote it as a Palin conference pissed off the other governors and they went on stage anyway.
CanadianGuy on November 13, 2008 at 6:18 PM
One of those “new hot future governors” will align with Palin for her VP, one of them will be smart enough. Jindal?
Firebird on November 13, 2008 at 6:18 PM
The media hacks will never hold Barry Barracks accountable for anything he does in the next four years. Ignoring the facts helped him win the election and the same tactic will keep him in good favor while in office.
They have been working the “Broken Republican Party” angle for several days now. Like dogs with bones, they won’t let it go for four more years.
They are more power hungry now than I have ever seen them. But they forget we hold the power. We hold the remotes. Teach them a lesson.
sherry on November 13, 2008 at 6:19 PM
There isn’t a gov at that conference who wouldn’t kill for Sarah’s approval ratings even now.
bdestini on November 13, 2008 at 6:19 PM
You are the definition of stupid…she said basically if God opened a door.
A standard belief of most all Christians. God opens doors, we have the free will, and hopefully the discernment to walk through those doors.
Here is my prayer: God give me the strength not to strangle or do harm to people like Ares who distort Your Word for their own personal gain. And thank You Lord for giving me the ability to see through their foolishness.
right2bright on November 13, 2008 at 6:19 PM
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