1500 wait in freezing weather to meet Palin on book tour
posted at 10:55 am on November 18, 2009 by Ed Morrissey
In case anyone needed an example of the drawing power and political energy that Sarah Palin wields, the Detroit Free Press report on the start of her book tour should fill the gap nicely. Despite freezing temperatures, people gathered by the hundreds early this morning to greet Palin in person at a Grand Rapids bookstore. By 5 am, five hundred people stood outside the Barnes & Noble — and two hours later, the numbers had swelled to 1500:
And that’s 4:55 this morning when the thermometer had dipped into the 30s. But the 500 or so people in line didn’t mind the sleepless night or the onset of winter.
“What she represents is what we’re standing in line for,” said Robin Case, 44, of Traverse City, who set up a chair and sleeping bag at 9 p.m. Tuesday to make sure she got the chance to meet Sarah Palin, former Alaska Governor and vice presidential candidate. “She’s real and she’s standing up for what we believe in.”
Palin was scheduled to begin her “Going Rogue” book tour at the Barnes & Noble Booksellers in suburban Grand Rapids.
By 7 a.m., the line had swelled to more than 1,500 people as Barnes & Noble wrapped orange wristbands around Palin fans’ wrists.
Most authors would be pleased to get 1500 people in total to show up for a book tour. (Heck, most authors would kill to sell 1500 books.) Even the Lord of the Rings openings didn’t attract 1500 fans for a 7 am show. Star Wars didn’t get this kind of response. And if Massachusetts is any indicator, not even Barack Obama can pack a house like this any more.
Sarah Palin is a phenomenon, and the release of her book proves it. Even the media that loves to deride her has spent the past few days obsessing over her — so much so that Jamie Weinstein wonders whether the media knows that there are other stories to cover. We didn’t see anything like this when Ted Kennedy’s memoirs were published posthumously, nor when the Clinton memoirs came out.
Yesterday, I spoke with NPR’s Mara Liasson about the Palin phenomenon. Liasson asked me about Palin’s prospects in 2012, but I responded that the 2010 midterms would be the first indicator of what Palin intends:
Meanwhile, Morrissey thinks she is right to focus on electing Republicans in 2010. Endorsing candidates, raising money and energizing the party base will give Palin a big platform and a way to showcase her clout inside the GOP.
“What will be telling for Sarah Palin is what kind of impact she’s going to have on the midterm elections — where she’s helpful, where she’s not helpful,” he says.
“I think that will give us all a much better idea of where Sarah Palin can go in 2012 or in 2016 or in 2020,” Morrissey says.
The momentum of the book sales takes Palin right into the 2010 primaries. Where will she campaign, and for whom? Will Palin drive turnout? Will she stick with safe, conservative districts, or attempt to lock horns in swing districts? That will be a key to see where Palin sees herself on the political stage and what ambitions she might have for the future.
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DEFCON 2 now that quinnipiac is out.
Sarah Palin is going to be landing heavy body shots and head shots over the next week or so as the word gets out.
Ground Game.
ted c on November 18, 2009 at 12:08 PM
Yes. Exposing Palin for the money-grubbing diva that she is.
Grow Fins on November 18, 2009 at 12:09 PM
But she will never win any liberal Democrat votes!
How could she ever get to the Oval Office without them?
/s
profitsbeard on November 18, 2009 at 12:09 PM
Hey , why do you talk about Obama all the time , an why all those posts , new agenda at acorn?
the_nile on November 18, 2009 at 12:09 PM
Okay. I will accept it as read, then, that any person on earth who does a book tour and makes talk show appearances is “only in it for themselves.” That includes a vast number of your preferred politicians, I would imagine, including our current POTUS.
Thanks for the insight.
Missy on November 18, 2009 at 12:09 PM
Jealous much? LOL
lorien1973 on November 18, 2009 at 12:10 PM
And I think you’re stupid, so we both lose.
Grow Fins on November 18, 2009 at 12:10 PM
The simple fact that our country elected an unexperienced lawyer representing the far left elites who has preceeded to completely fumble every ball handed him, makes Sarah or anyone else who wants to run a completely viable candidate who would represent the people. Obviously no experience needed to run America, while Sarah has 100 fold more experience than the current fumbling azz-clown, and the will to represent middle-America to boot.
Griz on November 18, 2009 at 12:10 PM
The GOP brain trust know exactly what Sarah Palin represents and are as terrified of her as the left. They know she will upset the status quo, already has, and their little game will be over. The Scotsafava fiasco proved their lack of concern for our country. Thank God for Sarah Palin, a woman of substance. I plan to stand in line when she comes to Texas, not because I’m a blind cult member, but because, like the rest of her fans, I realize how much our country needs a leader with integrity and courage. God bless Sarah Palin.
texanpride on November 18, 2009 at 12:10 PM
How do you know who my “preferred politicians” are? Did I tell you?
Grow Fins on November 18, 2009 at 12:11 PM
You lie!
No evidence that you are capable of such an action.
lorien1973 on November 18, 2009 at 12:11 PM
But multi-million dollar book seller Obama is such a paragon of selfless civic virtue and frugality and decency and pure, pants-creased genius.
profitsbeard on November 18, 2009 at 12:12 PM
If people trust sarah palin, why is 40% of the voting public doubtful that she could even be considered a legitimate presidential candidate, let alone the best? My original question, as its been for some time, is ‘How does Sarah Palin convince the significant bloc of doubters that she’s even a legit candidate?’
It seems to me that if people trusted her in the manner you describe, she wouldn’t have that significant obstacle to overcome. I understand that if your environment is largely politically savvy conservatives, that she seems like a universally trusted and admired figure…but she is most certainly not, when the entire electorate is factored in.
ernesto on November 18, 2009 at 12:12 PM
Exactly on point, couldn’t agree with you more. I’ll add this, when the battle starts the libs will run for the hills because when it comes to actually bleeding or suffering pain, they can’t handle it and beat feet!
Crimefyter on November 18, 2009 at 12:12 PM
I recall a certain blogger saying that Sarah has zero chances of any political ambitions because she “quit” her term as governor…
My, my, my… what a difference a book signing makes…
Mcguyver on November 18, 2009 at 12:12 PM
otherwise known as the re-elect 0bama ticket???
Branch Rickey on November 18, 2009 at 12:12 PM
Ugh. Personal friend, are you?
Grow Fins on November 18, 2009 at 12:12 PM
Okay, so I take it you don’t work for a living?
Juno77 on November 18, 2009 at 12:13 PM
Quit trying to use logic on them ernesto. they’re like those people who see the Virgin Mary in a splotch of paint on the side of a silo, or Jesus in a piece of burnt toast.
Nuts.
Grow Fins on November 18, 2009 at 12:13 PM
It’s morning in America again….
beachgirlusa on November 18, 2009 at 12:15 PM
To quote a BRILLIANT poster here [I apologize as I can't remember who], “Whatever dries the tears. Whatever dries the tears.”
______________
btw: Grow, is that you Nicolle?
Branch Rickey on November 18, 2009 at 12:15 PM
I fully expect the MSM…er DNC propaganda arm to really turn up the negative publicity.
What is they say about any kind pof publicity?
jukin on November 18, 2009 at 12:15 PM
Quit leeching off my arguments. You produce nothing but utter sh*t here, playing a very personal and petty game with posters that for whatever reason enjoy antagonizing you, and frankly I want nothing to do with it.
ernesto on November 18, 2009 at 12:15 PM
One additional thought behind the phenomenon of Sarah Palin-She’s pulling out and poking holes into every Democrat argument used for their agenda. This will serve the conservatives well during the elections. It will be the same tired failed policy arguments from the Dems that is obviously not working so far.
Unemployment will rise and more will be exposed about the failure of this administration to do much of anything beneficial for Americans. The public will have had enough of their excuses. We see the onset of that already in the polling. We will probably see Palin pound home the fact that– the Dems could pass any legislation they wanted and look what they gave us– as we move closer to the elections. Unintended consequences of nannystate govt always gets my attention. How will the Dems policies affect me and my family? We need our talking heads and representatives to be prepared with fresh conservative policy solutions and a way to get those ideas across to the public.
canditaylor68 on November 18, 2009 at 12:15 PM
233 years of a glorious history are going down the drain faster than an unwanted pregnancy during prom night. How can we not talk about him?
Michelle Dubois on November 18, 2009 at 12:16 PM
Fools. She’s out for herself. Just watch.
Grow Fins on November 18, 2009 at 11:53 AM
BetseyRoss on November 18, 2009 at 12:16 PM
Gee, it couldn’t be the fact that she’s been constantly savaged by the SCM, while they provide all manner of cover to the Bowing Community Organizer.
Juno77 on November 18, 2009 at 12:17 PM
Whoever they are, I’m sure some of them have done book tours and made talk show appearances, so by your stellar observations I know that they are “only in it for themselves.” Same goes for your favorite authors, if you read books.
Missy on November 18, 2009 at 12:17 PM
Nobody who was a major figure of the 2008 election on the republican side should stay out of the 2012 election… no palin, no huck, no romney, no guiliani, no fred!, no paul… etc…
ninjapirate on November 18, 2009 at 12:18 PM
I’ll ask it again: Why are you here?
Are you pretending that you have some loftier goals other than mere self interest?
What do you get for shilling for the Statists?
Juno77 on November 18, 2009 at 12:18 PM
I keep waiting for grow fins to grow up. Waiting . . .
sisterchristian on November 18, 2009 at 12:19 PM
This could be the Palinbots theme song:
http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/16538
Dark-Star on November 18, 2009 at 12:19 PM
Eh, I said that all wrong… but I hope you got the meaning…
ninjapirate on November 18, 2009 at 12:19 PM
Step 1: Be Sarah Palin, one of the most hated and beloved individuals on the political scene. Be a person who is exactly what she says she is — you betcha!
Step 2: Write a book composed equally of personal recollections and personal political philosophy, get it published, and have the publisher position it in nationwide book stores. [Something I can honestly say I don't think you've ever done.]
Step 3: Go on a nationwide book-signing tour, where you meet literally hundreds of thousands. If you speak a little bit before each signing, your words make it into local newscasts.
Step 4: Appear on nationwide TV touting your book and the words it contains. Ignore any attempts by the hosts to steer the conversation away from the content in your book.
Step 5: Start a PAC, and throw PAC money at candidates who share your philosophy.
Step 6: Tell Olbermann you don’t have teabags, but he does, and you aren’t having any of his.
Actually, I doubt Step 6 is anything Palin will do, but it sure felt good writing it.
unclesmrgol on November 18, 2009 at 12:19 PM
Appearently, free market capitalism doesn’t suit the twist in your panties GF. By your standards, I suppose Al Gore and Michael Moore must also be labled money-grubbers?
Rovin on November 18, 2009 at 12:20 PM
Then again, maybe Olbermann doesn’t have teabags, and it’s just that he’s hopped up on hormone replacement pills.
unclesmrgol on November 18, 2009 at 12:21 PM
Was this a put down. Cuz Im a capitalist and I think this is a compliment. PS. Al Gore is a money grubbing diva too. You didnt mind running him for office//
canditaylor68 on November 18, 2009 at 12:21 PM
That may be a nice beginning for a candidate with no national exposure…but Palin’s already run a national campaign…she’s not an entirely unknown quantity. If the answer to my question is basically, ‘do what she’s doing right now’…why is there a gap in the first place?
ernesto on November 18, 2009 at 12:22 PM
Barry’s writers need to crank out another book yesterday, though it won’t stop his imploding star.
Christien on November 18, 2009 at 12:22 PM
Exactly.
Most libs can’t conceive of honor, integrity, graciousness, etc., because they don’t possess these qualities themselves so they’re suspicious of and cynical towards those who do possess these qualities. It’s exactly why trolls like Fins and N. Blitzer say the silly things they say. Sad, really.
beachgirlusa on November 18, 2009 at 12:24 PM
VP candidates must support the candidate’s agenda. It’s fascinating to hear her own views at last.
So far, she really is down-to-earth.
AnninCA on November 18, 2009 at 12:24 PM
Their efforts are for the good and betterment of humanity.
thomasaur on November 18, 2009 at 12:25 PM
dont compare thunder thighs clinton with s. palin. please.
her thighness clinton is just as left, just as narcissistic and just as big government as president pantywaste.
she was the first one to push this health care crap in 1994
clinton never had crowds like this. the only place she drew even decent crowds were liberal hellholes like ny. palin had 1500 people there at 7am in feeezing weather in michigan – AND THE BOOK SIGNING DOESNT EVEN START UNTIL 6 PM TONIGHT
sidewinder22 on November 18, 2009 at 12:26 PM
Haha. Apparently, the POTUS is being asked about Palin’s book in interviews in Beijing.
http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5gtPII6K4CF-yJd6xZTayYF0X4aigD9C1T7QO0
cs89 on November 18, 2009 at 12:26 PM
Palin knocks ratings outta the park on Oprah. I’ve been waiting to see the figures, although I assumed it would be a major, major ratings day.
AnninCA on November 18, 2009 at 12:27 PM
And everyone knows that. And yet right now, a full 2/5′s of the voting public doubts she should even be considered along the likes of a Huckabee, Romney, Obama, or Clinton. How to convince them…THAT to me seems like the relevant question to those who would wish her President, and so far i’ve heard no answer outside of ‘just be sarah’. If just being sarah was all it took, there would be no doubters.
ernesto on November 18, 2009 at 12:27 PM
hillary clinton is for hillary clinton. PERIOD
s. palin truely cares about this country and the history of its founding
sidewinder22 on November 18, 2009 at 12:27 PM
I wonder how many Democrats were hoping to get a signed copy of this book?
MarkTheGreat on November 18, 2009 at 12:27 PM
As opposed to a bunch of libtards like yourself seeing a brilliant leader in Barack Obama? I’ll stick with my Jesus Toast & Mary on the Silo. Atleast they are plausible.
portlandon on November 18, 2009 at 12:28 PM
Well, she was on a losing ticket. Pretty much anyone on a losing ticket has to make their case again to voters the next time round. Being on the bottom half of the ticket also means that not only do you have to sell your party’s ideas (when they lost the last election) but you have to be able to demonstrate why you are deserving of the top spot this time.
Also, she was the target of an unprecedented slander campaign. Even liberals who do not support her politics at all can recognize that, and the impact it has had.
Lastly, she was basically an unknown at the time she was tapped for VP. Other candidates have spent manym ore years in the public eye.
So yes, she has a ways to go. But the fact that there is a gap – given what has transpired – is not in itself significant, imho.
Missy on November 18, 2009 at 12:28 PM
This is why there is a primary system. If she wants to run, she will. If not, she won’t. If she survives the primary, that’s really her job, isn’t it?
I don’t want her to run, but sitting around biting your nails and commiserating with people (Grow Fins, et al) who don’t want -any- Republican to win, much less her, is stupid.
And for a guy who pretends to be libertarian, you fall into the trap pretty easily, if you ask me.
lorien1973 on November 18, 2009 at 12:28 PM
Gore maybe, if he really believes his own lies.
Moore is a talentless hypocrite who engages in all manner of creative editing and selective omission to make a buck. He’s the fat kid you knew in grade school who whined incessantly about everything and was a truth-twisting tattletale to boot. It is a sign of how utterly braindead our society has become that he has enough of a following that he’s now a millionaire.
Dark-Star on November 18, 2009 at 12:28 PM
Anyone who writes a book, whether it’s nonfiction or a novel, will take any and every opportunity to promote it. There’s nothing remotely unsavory about doing so. I wish I could afford to self-promote my novels more, myself.
If you write a book, and there are a sufficient number of people who are willing to pay money to buy it that you make money from the sales, I believe that’s called, um, capitalism.
I’m for it!
bamaconservative on November 18, 2009 at 12:29 PM
The left in general and the self-centered political class on the right have completely misunderstood Palin’s appeal. Regular people don’t identify with a Biden, McConnell, Hoyer, or even Boehner. They don’t trust Couric or Brian Williams, they don’t watch CNN, and they think Kos is nuts. They think all these personal attacks by either side (but primarily the left) are the product of those who don’t have a serious answer to anything, and have to resort to insults instead. They really believe that those who “think they know better” don’t represent the populace any more, and that replacing them with people who do is a good idea.
That’s where the appeal of Palin comes in. She does not represent the worst part of American politics: the “elites.” She speaks plainly, in terms that real people understand. She has the same views that the folks have. And she doesn’t have “ideas” for the country that are guaranteed to break the bank.
I’m not saying Palin is The One to save the country… but someone with her approach to politics is what’s needed to counter the unbelievable arrogance of those who pass themselves off as “politicians” these days.
n0doz on November 18, 2009 at 12:30 PM
Writting and promoting a book makes one money grubbing?
I suppose that in your family, going to work every day makes one money grubbing as well.
MarkTheGreat on November 18, 2009 at 12:30 PM
You are correct, O’ Ann of CA!
My guess is that ‘down-to-earth’ bothers the SCM to much.
On a basic level, it offends me that certain personalities on the political stage are ripped apart while others are given a free pass.
That should really bother those who are fair minded.
Juno77 on November 18, 2009 at 12:30 PM
Did you see Al Gore on the Tonight Show? He gave away every penny he has.
Jim Treacher on November 18, 2009 at 12:31 PM
I’m not exactly biting my nails here, nor am i commiserating with that douche growfins. im just curious. Of everything that’s been said about her, no one seems to have any idea how she could go about it. For people that seem so absolutely adamant that she’s the last great hope!, no one seems able to answer the question.
ernesto on November 18, 2009 at 12:31 PM
Well said my man, well said.
Flyboy on November 18, 2009 at 12:31 PM
Unfortunately, Sarah is not yet coming to OK that I know of, so for those of you in like situations, you can get an autographed copy of her book for a $100 donation to her PAC.
Christian Conservative on November 18, 2009 at 12:31 PM
How about we just wait and see? Plenty of people thought she was done after she resigned – how did that turn out? Her polling has gone up slightly so why assume the worst?
thevastlane on November 18, 2009 at 12:31 PM
By doing precisely what she has been doing. Finding ways to address millions of people. By going around the MSM filters.
MarkTheGreat on November 18, 2009 at 12:32 PM
Their efforts are for the good and
bettermentbefuddlement ofhumanity.the gullible.beachgirlusa on November 18, 2009 at 12:32 PM
Trolls >>> Cuda food. Yummmm Yummmmm Yummmmm
Yoop on November 18, 2009 at 12:32 PM
ernesto on November 18, 2009 at 12:15 PM
That’s gonna leave a mark.
MarkTheGreat on November 18, 2009 at 12:34 PM
Well said.
beachgirlusa on November 18, 2009 at 12:34 PM
Yes, but she’s getting out there and letting the people decide – instead of deciding on her own that she is the indispensable (wo)man.
Juno77 on November 18, 2009 at 12:34 PM
I understand that. But I don’t think she even thinks she’s necessarily the best person to change that. She might be better off finding someone she has faith in to change that and then helping that person get elected.
alwaysfiredup on November 18, 2009 at 12:34 PM
And in 1977, everybody thought Reagan’s political career was over. Nobody knows what’s going to happen.
Jim Treacher on November 18, 2009 at 12:34 PM
I will follow the fine lady.
TheSitRep on November 18, 2009 at 12:35 PM
Palin worship is roughly on par with Obama worship. Why reason with it? I think she’s un-electable. But would i vote for her in a primary? Perhaps. Depending on the circumstances and who else is running. Would she ever win president? I don’t think so.
Then again, I said immediately after the campaign she’ll never run for anything again. Trig is going to be 4. Starting school. With Downs syndrome. I don’t think you could reasonably expect her to run a national campaign on top of that.
lorien1973 on November 18, 2009 at 12:35 PM
She’s doing that day by day ernesto, even in just the past few days.
beachgirlusa on November 18, 2009 at 12:35 PM
Why?
MarkTheGreat on November 18, 2009 at 12:36 PM
I’ve always thought on-line bloggers underestimate real people a lot. Normal people knew she had to be pretty much of a talking head for McCain. They also knew she was plucked out of a small state and tossed onto national stage. There were bound to be some bumps.
She’s got 3 years here, with a dynamite headstart. As far as her credibility goes? That’s up to her and her own true nature. She likes digging into topics, from the evidence of her work with energy in Alaska. She’s not afraid of hard work on policy issues, obviously.
So she’ll get plenty of opportunities to discuss things now.
As for determining qualifications, I’ve always said that rests with voters. Candidates make their case. Voters vote. The one who wins is, by definition, qualified in voters’ minds.
I happen to agree with Bill Clinton on that issue. Nobody is actually prepared to be president. The question is far more a case of what are the policies to be implemented and are they realistic? Do they actually add value to our lives or not?
Half of my own disagreement with Obama isn’t over the vague policy statements. I am probably like a lot of people. Yeah, I want to see healthcare addressed.
However, what has emerged is an administrative nightmare, and I don’t think people have even yet totally absorbed how bad it’s going to be.
But a lot of us know full well how programs really work and what all goes wrong.
This one is a disaster in waiting.
So, at the end of the day, who will be viewed more credible? Not this administration unless they smarten up about how to really roll out programs. Biden is on the apology tour now over the snafus in the stimulus spending.
They won’t get too many more chances in this economy.
AnninCA on November 18, 2009 at 12:37 PM
The media and others sought to demonize Palin. Now that the public is getting a second look at her, on her terms without the confines of her office, they can see her humanity. They can also see that she is articulate and intelligent.This is not the Palin they were told about by the media and Dems. All this is going on while unemployment rises,the misuse of recovery funds is exposed, Obama diddles on Afghanistan, and bows down to other countries. Everything the Dems said during the campaign is being exposed as fraudulent. Palin does not have to run for office. She’s doing enough just being out there.
canditaylor68 on November 18, 2009 at 12:37 PM
Cult of personality?
You betcha.
LevStrauss on November 18, 2009 at 12:40 PM
:D
ernesto on November 18, 2009 at 12:40 PM
What most people know about anyone, is what they hear on the nightly news.
Sarah is reaching the people directly. Once they do, the numbers will change. They already are changine.
I might add, that when it comes to Sarah, it depends very much who you poll. If you poll adults, she doesn’t do that well. On the other hand, if you poll likely voters, she does much, much better.
MarkTheGreat on November 18, 2009 at 12:40 PM
LMAO On this I agree.
beachgirlusa on November 18, 2009 at 12:42 PM
This fool thinks we care what it “thinks”. It is the fool for supporting Obummer.
bill30097 on November 18, 2009 at 12:42 PM
Love Sarah! She is just awesome! I wish I could meet her one day, but I am definitely getting her book.
txstar on November 18, 2009 at 12:43 PM
You know, I’m not sure there is a need to paint with such broad strokes. I like Palin but I’m not convinced yet that she’s inevitably going to be our next President, or even that she’s running (if I talk about her electability it’s as a hypothetical).
I like and agree with most of your posts; I wish you’d acknowledge that there is a range of thinking on this subject.
Missy on November 18, 2009 at 12:43 PM
Maybe you two should get a room.
alwaysfiredup on November 18, 2009 at 12:43 PM
***
President Ronald Reagan used a similar stategy in 1976. He lost then, but he supported many conservative candidates and got ready to take out Jimmy Carter in 1980.
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The SARAH’CUDA is “right on track” to take out Comrade Obama (PBUH) and his minions in 2012. It worked for Reagan, and it will work for Palin. Bigtime as the Messiah policies continue to trash our country and our economy. I love Deja Vu all over again!
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John Bibb
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rocketman on November 18, 2009 at 12:44 PM
We are gaining ground day by day. To use a beach metaphor “the tide is turning”. Soon it will be time to get out your boggie board.
Geochelone on November 18, 2009 at 12:45 PM
Did Obama’s approval ratings go from 70% to 46% overnight?
MarkTheGreat on November 18, 2009 at 12:46 PM
Thx for the link to the pics earlier in the thread. This is some FUN, ain’t it? I love it!
beachgirlusa on November 18, 2009 at 12:47 PM
+1
You’re right, it is unambiguous good news for conservatives.
james23 on November 18, 2009 at 12:47 PM
“hope and change” has turned out to be “despair and stagnation” in only 10 months.
OBots are sounding shrill, indies are crossing over to the cons side. Trolls are wee weed up.
Geochelone on November 18, 2009 at 12:48 PM
Oh no she didn’t!
Truer words were never spoken. Our resident trolls demonstrate this every day.
lorien1973 on November 18, 2009 at 12:50 PM
I don’t get all of this hand wringing over what she’s going to do. If you don’t like her what do you even care? Just sit back and see what happens. Obama only got elected a year ago. 2012 is ages from now in terms of politics.
thevastlane on November 18, 2009 at 12:50 PM
wow… look at all the trolls.
I am glad everyone who went is safe and hopefully warm now!
As for those who are obviously “hating” on someone who is obviously smarter then they are…. get over it. I don’t see you churning out a book or anything else that would garner you to complain about someone else making money!
upinak on November 18, 2009 at 12:50 PM
Thanks for posting this. I was debating whether I was going to spend the night in the parking lot or not the night before she’s supposed to be here for a signing; I guess I will!
There’s really no reason that I can see that people should think she’s not qualified. I think the reason the polls indicate that they don’t (to the extent these pollsters are sampling accurately; in some cases, it’s clear they aren’t doing that) is that heretofore the narrative on Palin has been controlled by someone else: First the McCain campaign, then the MSM and left-wing blogosphere. She obviously speaks to this all in her book, noting her frustration at trying to correct the record and either being accused of “going rogue” or being so hamstrung by bogus ethics charges that she couldn’t even reasonably perform her duties as governor.
I’m not here to tell you she is perfect and has nothing to prove. She’s still new to all of this and there are still some rough edges that need to be buffed out, but I think she’s working on those things and over time, as people have more and more exposure to her, I think they will grow more comfortable with her. She’s not the big scary snake-wrangling moron that the media has portrayed her to be. As Americans learn more about her record and her position on certain issues, they will find she’s pretty mainstream and in line with many of their own views. What is controversial about what she believes? She’s pro-life, pro-gun, pro-liberty and pro-America. These are values many Americans hold dear. She has a decade and half worth of experience in public office so she is not some neophyte to politics (tho she is new to the national stage). I will admit that it will be a challenge to overcome the quitter meme with some people, but she needs to just keep calmly restating her reasons for stepping down; they are perfectly reasonable.
NoLeftTurn on November 18, 2009 at 12:50 PM
baa baa ______ sheep, have you any wool?
upinak on November 18, 2009 at 12:51 PM
Here is the Oprah ratings link:
http://www.thrfeed.com/2009/11/sarah-palin-oprah-ratings-.html
SheetAnchor on November 18, 2009 at 12:52 PM
When is Bill Ayers going to do a book signing for Dreams From My Father?
Daggett on November 18, 2009 at 12:52 PM
Insecure some? Try pissed off beyond words. In a just world Obama would be dragged from the White House, tarred, feathered, and driven out of DC (along with his racist fat-assed wife).
highhopes on November 18, 2009 at 12:53 PM
Get over yourself; you sound like a pompous prat. Trying to use facts, reason, and logic and a bunch of true believers makes you a far bigger fool than I.
Grow Fins on November 18, 2009 at 12:55 PM
HeHe.
Geochelone on November 18, 2009 at 12:55 PM
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