Politics 2008:The Caucuses and The Dem/Rep Conventions

[RedefinedDiva]

I have no problem if the RNC wanted to outfit SARAH for her public appearances, but I think it's a bit much to clothe her gaggle of kids as she lugs them from town to town with her. However, if that's what they choose to do with their funds, it's OK with me since I'm not a supporter of the RNC

As RD the Entry-Level Attorney, I do not relate to her have such an "extravagent" wardrobe for this short campaign season. *thumbs down*

[Honeykiss1974]

Palin's 'going rogue,' McCain aide says

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico (CNN) -- With 10 days until Election Day, long-brewing tensions between GOP vice presidential candidate Gov. Sarah Palin and key aides to Sen. John McCain have become so intense, they are spilling out in public, sources say.

Several McCain advisers have suggested to CNN that they have become increasingly frustrated with what one aide described as Palin "going rogue."

http://www.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/10/...ion/index.html

[RedefinedDiva]

Originally Posted by Honeykiss1974

Palin's 'going rogue,' McCain aide says

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico (CNN) -- With 10 days until Election Day, long-brewing tensions between GOP vice presidential candidate Gov. Sarah Palin and key aides to Sen. John McCain have become so intense, they are spilling out in public, sources say.

Several McCain advisers have suggested to CNN that they have become increasingly frustrated with what one aide described as Palin "going rogue."

http://www.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/10/...ion/index.html

I read this story this morning and laughed my butt off!!

In some sick and twisted way, I actually feel sorry for John McCain. Don't ask why, but I just do. I have this weird compassion for the most random people, in the most random situations. But, that's neither here nor there....

I think that the RNC should have just selected Joe Lieberman as a VP. I'm sure they are now wishing that they would have allowed it. Sarah Palin started out as the "gut punch" that the RNC needed to deliver to the DNC, but I honestly don't think that the RNC did enough investigation into Sarah Palin. I can almost hear the conversation now:

Repub X: "What?! Obama picked who?! Not Hillary?! Oh hell yeah! We need to pick a woman to fill the void for all those women sour over Hillary being left in the cold."

Repub Y: "I agree! But who? What woman is high enough in the ranks to fill the bill?"

Repub X: "Condaleeza?

Repub Y: "Naaah. She'll never go for it."

Repub X: "What about that lady governor from Alaska?"

Repub Y: "Heeey. You know what? I think you're on to something! Yeah, that's it!"

Repub X: "How is she on foreign policy? You know, we need someone that's a match for Joe Biden."

Repub Y: "She's always talking about Russia, so I'm guessing she's pretty good."

Repub X: "Alright then. Call her up!"

Repub Y: "What are we gonna tell Joe Lieberman? I'm sure he has his hopes up that we'll pick him."

Repub X: "Awww. Joe will be OK. Once we put Sarah out there, this election will be in the bag. I hear she's like a pitbull in lipstick!"

Repub Y: "Wow! What is she? Some sort of maverick?! Boy, is this going to be the boost we need!"

And scene.... *brings down the curtains*

Sarah Palin needs to shut the hell up and sit down somewhere. She is singleheadedly destroying this election. And while the article alludes to her setting herself up to be the future face of the party, I think the opposite will occur. People will see that she is an unexperienced and crazy loose cannon, and they'll want to have nothing to do with her. She's nuts!

[mccoyred]

Originally Posted by RedefinedDiva

I read this story this morning and laughed my butt off!!

In some sick and twisted way, I actually feel sorry for John McCain. Don't ask why, but I just do. I have this weird compassion for the most random people, in the most random situations. But, that's neither here nor there....

I think that the RNC should have just selected Joe Lieberman as a VP. I'm sure they are now wishing that they would have allowed it. Sarah Palin started out as the "gut punch" that the RNC needed to deliver to the DNC, but I honestly don't think that the RNC did enough investigation into Sarah Palin. I can almost hear the conversation now:

Repub X: "What?! Obama picked who?! Not Hillary?! Oh hell yeah! We need to pick a woman to fill the void for all those women sour over Hillary being left in the cold."

Repub Y: "I agree! But who? What woman is high enough in the ranks to fill the bill?"

Repub X: "Condaleeza?

Repub Y: "Naaah. She'll never go for it."

Repub X: "What about that lady governor from Alaska?"

Repub Y: "Heeey. You know what? I think you're on to something! Yeah, that's it!"

Repub X: "How is she on foreign policy? You know, we need someone that's a match for Joe Biden."

Repub Y: "She's always talking about Russia, so I'm guessing she's pretty good."

Repub X: "Alright then. Call her up!"

Repub Y: "What are we gonna tell Joe Lieberman? I'm sure he has his hopes up that we'll pick him."

Repub X: "Awww. Joe will be OK. Once we put Sarah out there, this election will be in the bag. I hear she's like a pitbull in lipstick!"

Repub Y: "Wow! What is she? Some sort of maverick?! Boy, is this going to be the boost we need!"

And scene.... *brings down the curtains*

Sarah Palin needs to shut the hell up and sit down somewhere. She is singleheadedly destroying this election. And while the article alludes to her setting herself up to be the future face of the party, I think the opposite will occur. People will see that she is an unexperienced and crazy loose cannon, and they'll want to have nothing to do with her. She's nuts!

This one is just as hilarious... http://www.236.com/blog/w/lee_camp/m...in_le_8644.php

[RedefinedDiva]

Originally Posted by mccoyred

This one is just as hilarious... http://www.236.com/blog/w/lee_camp/m...in_le_8644.php

BWAHAHAHA!! That was hilarious! "She's from f***ing ALASKA?!" That's the same thing we ALL asked, John!

[jitterbug13]

^^^
See, this is why they should have done better in the VP selection process of just doing "let's get a woman so we can get all the upset Hillary people".

And part of me is like thinking at least she has enough of a brain to think for herself.

[jitterbug13]

My wait was about 40-45 minutes. I went around lunchtime Thursday and the lines moved fast. I was very pleased with the process.

I wish I was like AKA2D and sleep late on Election Day. Instead, I will be working for the Obama campaign for the whole day (and part of the night).

Charleston will be having a Get Out The Vote rally Tuesday afternoon and our special guest will be Phylicia Rashad.

[jitterbug13]

Originally Posted by jitterbug13

Charleston will be having a Get Out The Vote rally Tuesday afternoon and our special guest will be Phylicia Rashad.

The rally was today and I did get to meet Phylicia! She was very nice. The AKAs also made a presentation.

[TonyB06]

Originally Posted by jitterbug13

The rally was today and I did get to meet Phylicia! She was very nice. The AKAs also made a presentation.

I saw her on a women's issue commercial yesterday. She is georgeous. I mean, I remember the "foine-ness" from the Cosby show, but I must say girlie is still holdin' it down.

[Little32]

I voted a couple of weeks ago on a Saturday, and I think that I waited about 20 minutes.


BTW: I have also met Soror Phylicia and she is gorgeous in person.

[unspokenone25]

My wait was 20 minutes.


I'm hoping I can work the polls on Election Day. I'll also have a small election party at the crib. Hopefully, it will be cool enough in Houston for some gumbo.

[mccoyred]

What does everyone think of Obama's 'infomercial'?

http://www.demconwatchblog.com/2008/10/ad.html

[I.A.S.K.]

Originally Posted by mccoyred

What does everyone think of Obama's 'infomercial'?

I liked the infomercial. I think it made Barack's plans completely plain and clear. By using the stories of random Americans it allowed people to see how Barack's policies would affect their daily lives. Since at this point there really aren't any "undecided voters" (there are idoits and there are people who just wont tell who they're voting for) the infomercial helped spread knowledge to people who might not have known his policies otherwise. Some people only watch Fox and only get the Hannity/O'Riley veiw of Obama. I think it was good for him.

[WenD08]

my first thought was of team mccan't thinking: "damn, i wish we had that kinda money to spend"
then i thought about how impactful those 30 min. were. a great move, no doubt about it.

[SummerChild]

I voted Tuesday. My wait was an hour... not too bad. Some are waiting for 6-8 hours in Atlanta (when the computers go down).

I was so proud to cast that vote for my old prof. I am still amazed at what he has done.

SC