So Sarah Palin is rallying the troops in Columbus, Ohio on Monday … and comments on her upcoming debate with fellow Veep nominee Joe Biden:
“I’m looking forward to meeting him. I’ve never met him. I’ve been hearing about his Senate speeches since I was in, like, the second grade.”
Say what?! With John “Father Time” McCain at the top of the ticket, she has the gall to take a shot at Biden’s age? At this point, Palin’s “Aren’t I spunky?” act gives me such a rash, I can barely even watch Tina Fey’s laser-sharp parody! Grrr!
But in the interest of keeping hope alive, let me share some startling news from the Bluest extended family. You should know that I come from a mixed marriage: Dad’s a diehard Dem who votes in every election and Mom’s a lifelong Republican, who doesn’t often go to the polls. Why should she bother? Her candidates usually win anyway. But this time, it’s different. She called me the other day wanting to know how to make sure she’s registered to vote this time and it’s all thanks to spunky l’il Sarah. Mom can’t wait to go to the polls and vote AGAINST Palin… and against John McCain for choosing her as his running mate!
I sat in slack-jawed wonder as she outlined her anger, even using a word that’s not uttered in polite company … outside a kennel. I can report that she’s profoundly insulted by Palin’s lack of credibility and her attitude and that Mom’s strong opinion gives me more hope than anything else I’ve heard. (And yes, I’m making sure she’s able to cast a ballot!) As the old saying goes, “If Mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy!” I sure hope that’s the case for the GOP!