Is Palin causing a schism in the GOP?

[ASTalumna06]

The thing with Palin is that she's not stupid and/or completely void of the ability to learn, but right now she isn't knowledgeable. If she were to prove herself over the next four years, step up, and make a big impact on politics (which I believe she is capable of doing), then I would be completely comfortable voting for McCain (or another Republican politician) with her by their side. I did still vote for McCain in this election, but I wasn't thrilled about checking off his name. But I wasn't thrilled with the alternative, either.

To be honest, this is the way Palin moved up the chain in Alaska. She learned from the best, and then she defeated the best. I'm not surprised she found herself in the position that she's in. But I think it was too soon for her to make such a big jump.

[MysticCat]

Originally Posted by UGAalum94

People who have heard Palin in person find her appealing and dynamic. I think she has charisma, but apparently it's in the eye of the beholder. As I've said several times before, I like her.

Originally Posted by KSigkid

That's true, and I think that when prepared she's a good public speaker. But, so is Mike Huckabee (who is an excellent public speaker), and I don't want him anywhere near my party's nomination.

I can certainly see Palin's charisma. I think maybe what's in the eye of the beholder is whether her charisma (or that of another candidate) is attractive or off-putting.